The full text of the State Government’s statement on the postponement of the CSR, Investment & Banking Conclave:
“The State Government of Nagaland regrets to inform about the postponement of the CSR, Investment & Banking Conclave with the theme "Partnerships for Strengthening Sustainable Development", which was scheduled to be held from 4th to 6th July, 2022 at Kohima. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Union Finance Minister has rescheduled her visit and therefore the State Government has taken the decision to postpone the Conclave. New dates for the Conclave will be informed once the Finance Minister's fresh schedule is finalised. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused on account of this postponement.
The CSR Conclave had multiple objectives of bringing in innovation and private capital in meeting developmental challenges of the State, of forging long term partnerships which would help in further integrating the State's economic players with the national value chains, and promoting private industry in the State. In furtherance of the objectives, the Conclave planned to facilitate and encourage companies to take up developmental projects in the State from their CSR obligations. Specific events for promoting investment and credit offtake for the farmers and entrepreneurs were also scheduled. A platform for young entrepreneurs from the State to make a pitch of their innovative ideas to potential investors physically as well as virtually was also planned.
The event was planned in close coordination with various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India, Invest India and CII. Intensive efforts were put in by all partners for reaching out to companies and CSR implementing agencies both within the state and outside. We are encouraged and very happy at the enthusiastic response and concem of the corporate world.
The Hon'ble Chief Minister had personally invited the Hon'ble Union Finance Minister for the CSR & Investment Conclave at the stage of conceptualisation, and she had gracefully consented and thereafter guided the State Government in planning for the event. The State Government appreciates the guidance and positive contributions of the Union Finance Minister. We look forward to her continued support.
The State Government is also appreciative of all the commitments made by the companies and their partners, and the special efforts made by senior officials of the companies and officers of the Government of India to schedule travel to the State for the summit. While expressing regret again, it is hoped that the support given, and the commitments made, by the companies will continue and there will be redoubled participation in the rescheduled event.”
(DIPR)