CICU Awards Industries for Excellence in Sustainability Practices at Summit 2025

Ludhiana, March 27, 2025: The Chamber of Industrial & Commercial Undertakings (CICU) successfully hosted the two-day Sustainability Summit 2025 on March 26 and 27, which culminated in an inspiring awards ceremony honoring industries for their outstanding contributions to sustainability. With over 1,000 participants from various sectors, the summit became a significant platform for sharing actionable insights, innovative solutions, and fostering collaborations for sustainable industrial growth.
Under the theme "Driving Responsible Business," the summit featured engaging keynote addresses, panel discussions, and the much-anticipated awards presentation. Esteemed government departments including MSME, DIC, PSIEC, and PWRDA actively supported the event, underscoring the region’s commitment to promoting sustainability in industry.
Award Ceremony: Recognizing Sustainability Champions
The highlight of the summit was the awards ceremony, where Chief Guest Sh. Himanshu Jain, IAS, Deputy Commissioner of Ludhiana, honored leading organizations for their remarkable efforts in implementing sustainable practices. The recipients of these prestigious awards included:
·         Happy Forgings Pvt. Ltd. for energy efficiency innovations.
·         Dolfin Rubbers Ltd. for innovative recycling initiatives and energy reduction strategies.
·         Amar Wheels Pvt. Ltd. for advancements in PET waste recycling and green manufacturing.
·         Avon Newage Cycles Pvt. Ltd. for achieving zero waste operations with state-of-the-art ZLD and STP facilities.
·         National Industries Unit-3 for their contribution to renewable energy solutions.
·         Jawandsons Private Ltd. for their commitment to eco-friendly manufacturing processes.
·         Surya Group for excellence in resource optimization.
·         HariNarayan Recyclers LLP for promoting circular economy practices.
·         Vardhman Textile Ltd. for innovations in sustainable textile production.
·         JBR Technology Ltd. for groundbreaking work in environmental compliance.
·         Forge Auto International Ltd. for advancements in green production technologies.
·         Farm Parts Company for their pioneering efforts in reducing environmental impact.
·         Weltech Equipments & Infrastructure Ltd. for their leadership in energy-saving infrastructure solutions.
Highlights of the Summit
The event opened with remarks by sustainability expert Ms. Lakhminder Kaur and included impactful sessions on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and government initiatives for sustainability. Distinguished speakers included:
·         Dr. Nilesh Patil, Senior Consultant, Nirantara Ecoventures Pvt. Ltd., on bridging profitability with sustainability.
·         Somveer Anand, CEO, Innovation Mission Punjab, on state-led sustainability initiatives.
·         Maganbir Singh, Punjab State Council for Science & Technology, sharing actionable solutions for green growth.
Words of Gratitude
Upkar Singh Ahuja, President of CICU, expressed heartfelt thanks to the participating industries, attendees, and government representatives for their invaluable contributions. “This summit has showcased the best practices and innovations in sustainability, and we are proud to recognize and celebrate these achievements. Together, we are building a future where businesses grow responsibly and sustainably,” he said.
The Sustainability Summit 2025 concluded with a collective pledge by all stakeholders to continue championing sustainable practices, making it a landmark event in promoting environmentally conscious business operations.