CSR in India: Stop counting rupees, start measuring impact
The real question is no longer “How much was spent?” but “What difference did it make?”
By Dr. Jyoti Yadav, November 3, 2025.
India became the first country to legislate corporate social responsibility (CSR) in 2013, blending profit with purpose.
- Companies with a net worth of ₹500 crore or more
- Turnover of ₹1,000 crore or more
- Net profit of ₹5 crore or more
must spend 2% of their average net profits on social development.
“What difference did it make?”
Corporate India spends over ₹35,000 crore annually under the CSR mandate.
Author's summary: CSR in India focuses on impact over spending.
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