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From Consultation to Implementation: The Role of Chambers Today

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Title -  From Consultation to Implementation: The Role of Chambers Today In today’s dynamic Indian economy, businesses navigate complex regulatory landscapes, rapid technological shifts, sustainability demands, and global competition. Chambers of commerce and industry in the country have also evolved far beyond traditional networking or event-hosting roles. They now serve as critical bridges between industry stakeholders and policymakers, transforming policy ideas from consultation to gathering inputs, research, and feedback into tangible implementation through advocacy, capacity building, skill development, and on-ground execution support. This shift is particularly vital in India, where micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of the economy, contributing significantly to employment and GDP. Chambers like the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) play a proactive, research-driven role in shaping a business-friendly environment, aligning with national...

Global Capability Centers (GCCs): India’s New Growth Engine

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Title -  Global Capability Centers (GCCs): India’s New Growth Engine India has emerged as the undisputed global leader in the Global Capability Centers (GCCs) ecosystem, transforming from a cost-arbitrage destination to a strategic innovation powerhouse. With over 1,800 GCCs employing nearly 2 million professionals and generating $64.6 billion in export revenue in FY2024- a remarkable 40% year-over-year increase- India’s GCC story represents one of the most significant economic transformation narratives of the 21st century. Between early 2024 and late 2025 alone, approximately 110 new GCCs were established across the country, cementing India’s position as the GCC capital of the world. The country hosts over 53% of the world’s total GCCs, making it the preferred destination for multinational corporations seeking to build and scale next-generation global capability centers. This concentration of GCCs has created a mature ecosystem that benefits from network effects, knowledge spillov...

Balancing Growth with Accountability in Indian Industry: The 2026 Blueprint for Viksit Bharat

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Title -  Balancing Growth with Accountability in Indian Industry: The 2026 Blueprint for Viksit Bharat In the high-octane landscape of the 2026 Indian economy, a singular narrative dominates the boardroom and the parliament alike: the equilibrium between rapid industrial expansion and uncompromising institutional accountability. As India solidifies its position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy- with a real GDP growth rate estimated at 7.6% for FY26 (World Bank)- the stakes for corporate governance and environmental stewardship have never been higher. https://www.phdcci.in/blog/balancing-growth-with-accountability-in-indian-industry-the-2026-blueprint-for-viksit-bharat/

Women in Industry Leadership: Progress, Gaps, and Policy Support

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Title -  Women in Industry Leadership: Progress, Gaps, and Policy Support In the shifting landscape of the global economy, the narrative of “Women in Industry Leadership” has transitioned from a matter of social equity to a critical business imperative. As India marches toward its vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, the integration of women into high-stakes decision-making roles is no longer optional- it is the engine of sustainable growth. https://www.phdcci.in/blog/women-in-industry-leadership-progress-gaps-and-policy-support/