The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) on Thursday inaugurated its fourth Centre for Corporate Governance, Research and Training (CCGRT Manesar) at IMT Manesar in Haryana, aiming to bolster research, training and consultancy amid rising global needs for ethical business practices.

The 31,049 sq ft facility, spanning basement plus ground and four floors, features classrooms, a library, multipurpose rooms, hostel, IT lab, dining hall and recreation areas to foster world-class incubation and capacity building.

“This pioneering CCGRT Manesar will integrate governance seamlessly into corporate functions, serving as a hub for holistic stakeholder programs,” ICSI President CS Dhananjay Shukla said at the launch.

Former ICSI President CS Ranjeet Pandey, chairman of the ESG and Sustainability Board, added: “True governance transcends compliance—it’s a culture CCGRT Manesar is designed to nurture for ethical leadership across students, members and employees.”

ICSI Council Member and government nominee Shri Inder Deep Singh Dhariwal emphasised: “This strategic investment in CCGRT Manesar highlights robust governance as vital to India’s dynamic business landscape.”

The event drew ICSI Vice President CS Pawan G Chandak, former President CS Manish Gupta and other council members. ICSI Secretary CS Asish Mohan delivered the vote of thanks.

The ICSI, a global body under the Company Secretaries Act, uses its network of CCGRTs—including prior centres—to promote transparency, accountability and streamlined processes in Indian corporates, supporting regulators, statutory bodies and industry.