DPDP Act's Impact on CSR - Simplified

The DPDP Act is now in force, and its obligations reach every organisation that handles personal data - including CSR teams and their NGO partners. Most CSR programmes still collect consent, store beneficiary data, and report to funders in ways the law no longer allows.

This session cuts through the legal complexity and shows you, in plain terms, where the risks are and what to fix - while there is still time before the 2027 deadline.

Already exploring the topic? Read our detailed guide on the DPDP Act and the social sector

Where the DPDP Act really stands today - and the countdown to 2027 that CSR teams cannot ignore.

The five roles the law creates - and why your CSR team may already be a Data Fiduciary without realising it.

The exact points where everyday CSR data practices fall short of the law - and the quick fixes.

Two practical models for handling beneficiary data - and how to tell which one your programmes fit.

How to keep verifying NGO-reported impact without holding risky, identifiable data.

A Monday-morning compliance checklist you can put to work the same week.

Straight answers to the questions CSR teams keep asking - consent, photos and videos, data retention, and what actually counts as personal data.

Sudhir Rao

Founder, Chrysalis Services

Sudhir founded Chrysalis Services, which has delivered 200+ third-party social-impact assessments across 24 states and manages CSR programmes end-to-end for leading corporates. He works closely with CSR and foundation teams on strategy, programme design, and measurement.

Apoorva Pandey

Lead - Consulting Services, Chrysalis Services

Apoorva leads Chrysalis's consulting and impact-assessment practice, partnering with corporate CSR teams and implementing partners on programme design, data, and evaluation.

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60 Minutes

45-min session + 15-min Q&A

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