Purpose

                This paper deals with  community development  programs  taken up by private companies in India Under  corporate social responsibility for achieving  sustainable development goals.

Design/Methodology/Approach

                A qualitative study is being conducted for which data is collected from websites of the companies, research papers, kpmg reports and articles.

Findings

                The analysis reveals that the majority of initiatives taken by companies are in the area of Education, Healthcare and rural development. Though study finds CSR efforts are in accordance with sustainable goals, more such programs are needed for social upliftment for the Indian economy. 

Research Limitations/Implications

This study explores sustainable efforts in the Indian context which can be a base for measuring development goals to be achieved by 2030. The practices can help managers and organisations to channelise its efforts towards other sustainable goals which are of least interest.

Originality/Value

This study provides valuable insights into the CSR efforts and commitments towards societal issues.

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Keywords: Community Development Programs, Sustainable Development Goals, Social Upliftment, United Nations.