Co-creating Karnataka's development future through CSR partnerships
This inaugural edition of SAMAGRA 2026 is a flagship initiative of the Department of E, IT & Bt, Government of Karnataka & Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), in partnership with AISECT India
The event brings Government, corporate leaders, CSR foundations, multilateral organisations,
academia, and social enterprises onto one platform to build partnerships that accelerate inclusive,
sustainable development.
Karnataka's premier CSR & Social Impact Conclave
SAMAGRA 2026 is Karnataka's premier CSR and Social Impact Conclave, bringing together Government, corporate leaders, CSR foundations, multilateral organisations, development institutions, academia, social enterprises, and industry to build strategic partnerships that accelerate inclusive and sustainable development.
The Conclave provides a unique platform to align Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) investments with Karnataka's development priorities and create meaningful collaborations that deliver measurable social and economic impact fostering dialogue, innovation, and action across the State's priority sectors.
As organizations begin planning their CSR strategies and investments for the coming financial year, SAMAGRA 2026 offers a timely opportunity for Government and industry to come together, identify shared priorities, develop investment-ready initiatives, and strengthen public-private partnerships before key CSR decisions are made.
More than a conference, SAMAGRA 2026 is a strategic movement to position Karnataka as India's leading destination for collaborative CSR partnershipsconnecting policy, purpose, and partnerships to build a stronger workforce, empower communities, and shape a more inclusive future.
India's Innovation Capital.
A Global Investment Destination.
A Leader in Social Impact.
Karnataka stands at the intersection of economic growth, technological innovation, and social development. As one of India's most industrialised and innovation-driven states, Karnataka offers an unparalleled opportunity for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to create scalable, measurable, and sustainable impact. Home to thousands of global enterprises, leading Indian corporations, world-class academic institutions, vibrant start-ups, and a strong development ecosystem, Karnataka is uniquely positioned to transform CSR investments into long-term development outcomes.
Skilled workforce with future potential
With one of the country's largest student populations and a rapidly growing youth workforce, Karnataka presents a tremendous opportunity for investments in employability, digital skills, AI, and future-ready talent.
Government committed to inclusive growth
The Government of Karnataka continues to prioritise skill development, digital inclusion, women empowerment, entrepreneurship, healthcare, and rural development creating strong alignment between public priorities and CSR objectives
A thriving higher-education ecosystem
Home to premier universities, engineering colleges, management institutions, research centres, and skill development organisations that provide an ideal platform for industry-academia collaboration.
Gateway for public-private partnerships
Karnataka has consistently demonstrated leadership in fostering collaboration between Government, industry, academia, and civil society, making it an ideal State for large-scale, outcome-driven CSR partnerships.
A State Ready for Collaborative CSR
Karnataka is well positioned to move beyond project-based CSR towards a strategic, partnership-led approach by connecting Government priorities, corporate expertise, development partners, and implementation agencies through a common platform.
A State ready for collaborative CSR
Align CSR investments
with Karnataka's development priorities and Vision 2032.
Strengthen partnerships
between Government, industry, academia, development organisations, and civil society.
Promote employability and Workforce Development
through industry-led skilling and future-ready talent initiatives.
Catalyse scalable social impact
by supporting innovative, measurable, and sustainable development models.
Establish a Karnataka CSR Collaboration Platform
to enable long-term engagement, investment-ready projects, and knowledge sharing.Priority sectors for collaboration
Skill Development & Employability
Education &
Digital Inclusion
Women Empowerment
Healthcare
Rural Livelihoods
Sustainability
AI for Social Impact
ESG & Responsible Business
A full day of dialogue and partnership-building
Complete Programme Schedule
Session Details
Networking Sessions
Panel Discussions
Venue Information
Panel Discussions
CSR, Skills & the Future of Work: Co-Creating Karnataka’s Talent Ecosystem
From Job-Ready to Future-Ready: Rethinking Skilling for a Changing World
From Schemes to Solutions: Who Will Close Karnataka’s Last-Mile Gap
Voices shaping Karnataka's CSR agenda
Guest of Honor
Chief Guests
Government Dignitaries
Industry Leaders
CSR Leaders
Organizers & Knowledge Partners
Moderators
Convened by a coalition built for scale
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Atria Bengaluru
1, Palace Rd, Ambedkar Veedhi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
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