HDFC Securities – Powerful Voices in Finance

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Honouring NGOs and Individuals Driving Financial Inclusion Across India

Nominations Open • Deadline: March 29, 2026

Awards Ceremony: 📅 8 April 2026 I 📍 Mumbai I⏰ 6 PM onwards

HDFC Securities has announced the launch of ‘Powerful Voices in Finance’, a national initiative aimed at recognising NGOs and individuals who are making a meaningful contribution to financial literacy, awareness, and inclusion across India. The awards will honour those who are empowering communities through innovative financial education programmes and helping build a more inclusive financial ecosystem.

The initiative is being positioned as a prestigious national platform for organisations and individuals working to transform lives through financial knowledge. Nominations are now open and will close on March 29, 2026. The awards ceremony will take place on April 8, 2026, at The Legacy Room, St. Regis Mumbai.

The announcement carries a clear message:

Transform Lives. Nominate Now.

The HDFC Securities Powerful Voices in Finance recognize exceptional NGOs and individuals who are building financial awareness, empowering communities, and driving inclusive growth across India.

If you’re advancing financial literacy through innovative programmes, this is your national platform.

Submit Nomination Now

Award Categories

NGO Categories

Excellence in Rural Financial Literacy
Women-Focused Financial Empowerment Initiative
Digital Financial Inclusion Initiative
Financial Literacy for Youth & Students
Innovative Financial Education Model
Outstanding CSR Initiative in Financial Literacy
Lifetime Contribution to Financial Inclusion (Organization)

Individual Categories

Financial Literacy Champion Award
Grassroots Financial Educator Award
Young Leader in Financial Inclusion
Lifetime Achievement in Financial Literacy

Distinguished Jury Panel

Meet the experts evaluating India’s financial literacy champions:

Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee
Father of Indian CSR and Sustainability, Former DG & CEO, Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs
Abhishek Ranjan
Senior Director & Global Head Sustainability, Brillio Technologies
Joint Secretary, UN Global Compact Network India
Sita Ram Gupta
Rural Development Veteran, Former Executive Director, Lupin Foundation
Dr. Vivek Prakash
SVP & Head CSR, Jubilant Ingrevia Limited\
Convenor, Social Entrepreneur of the Year India Award

Key Dates

Milestone	Date
Nominations Open	March 19, 2026
Nominations Close	March 29, 2026
Jury Evaluation	March 30-31, 2026
Awards Ceremony	April 8, 2026
	The Legacy Room, St. Regis Mumbai

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Who Should Apply?

Eligible Nominees

NGOs, Trusts, Section 8 Companies, Social Enterprises
Individuals working in Financial Literacy & CSR
Community Leaders & Foundations

Evaluation Criteria

Impact: Beneficiary reach and measurable outcomes
Innovation: Original approaches to financial education
Sustainability: Long-term viability of initiatives
Scalability: Potential for replication

Event Highlights

Keynote Addresses by industry leaders
Award Presentations across 11 categories
Networking Dinner with CSR, finance, and policy leaders
Panel Discussion on advancing financial inclusion

Venue: The Legacy Room, St. Regis Mumbai\
Date: April 8, 2026 | 6 PM onwards

Nomination Process

Simple 4-Step Process

Complete Online Form (5 minutes)
Upload Supporting Documents (impact reports, photos, testimonials)
Receive Confirmation Email
Shortlisted nominees contacted for details

Required Documents: Impact reports, financials, beneficiary testimonials, photographs

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Why Nominate?

National Recognition on prestigious platform
Media Visibility through India CSR network
Networking with CSR and financial leaders
Strategic Partnerships opportunities
Credibility Enhancement for your organization

HDFC Securities - Powerful Voices in Finance Awards 2026

About HDFC Securities

HDFC Securities, a subsidiary of HDFC Bank, is one of India’s leading stockbrokers, with 25 years of expertise in the Indian equity market. Serving over 6.8 million customers in over 100 cities, the company operates a robust network of more than 130 branches. HDFC Securities provides a comprehensive range of investment products and trading services tailored to meet diverse financial needs. Over its 25-year history, HDFC Securities has played a crucial role in empowering investors with more than 30 distinct financial solutions.

These offerings include equities, gold, mutual funds, currency derivatives, non-convertible debentures (NCDs), fixed deposits, bonds, basket investing, global investing, and acts as a distributor of the National Pension System (NPS), each designed to align with various investment goals. Dedicated to providing seamless and future-ready trading experiences, HDFC Securities features cutting-edge platforms such as InvestRight and HDFC SKY (discount broking), along with mobile apps, a user-friendly website, Integrated Trading Solutions (ITS), and ProTerminal. In addition, HSL Prime Research offers best-in-class investment opportunities, backed by comprehensive fundamental and technical analysis conducted by a team of seasoned analysts, many of whom have been with HDFC Securities for over a decade. The company has also launched its investment advisory service, HDFC TRU, focusing on high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNIs), family offices, and treasury clients. HDFC Securities also maintains a strong social media presence, proactively sharing market updates and educational content to promote financial literacy.

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Call for Nominations

The announcement carries a clear message: “Transform Lives. Nominate Now.” For organisations and individuals working to build financial awareness and inclusion in India, this could be an important opportunity for national recognition.

Those interested in applying can begin the nomination process immediately, with the final date for submission being March 29, 2026.