BCECE – Best Collective Award 2025

Celebrating Collective Action Towards Sustainable Growth!

 

At ESAF Foundation, we believe that strong communities and shared ownership are central to building a just and resilient economy. Collective enterprises—such as Farmer Producer Organisations and cooperatives—play a vital role in creating sustainable livelihoods, strengthening rural economies, and advancing inclusive development.

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Rooted in India’s cooperative tradition and strengthened by national initiatives like the Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs, collective enterprises are emerging as key drivers of financial inclusion, local leadership, and innovation. Their work directly contributes to global development priorities, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 12 (Responsible Production and Consumption).

Instituted by the Bharat Centre of Excellence for Collective Enterprises (BCECE), the Best Collective Award 2025 recognises organisations that demonstrate responsible governance, financial discipline, innovation, and measurable community impact. These collectives go beyond business success—strengthening ecosystems, promoting sustainability, and enabling dignified livelihoods through cooperation and shared value.

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Eligibility Criteria

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Organisations applying for the BCECE Best Collective Award 2025 must:

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• Be registered as a Farmer Producer Company (Companies Act, 2013) or a Cooperative Society

• Have completed a minimum of three (3) financial years

• Have made a profit in at least one of the last three financial years

• Maintain a minimum share capital of INR 5 lakhs

• Have no defaults in statutory, tax, or loan compliances

• Winners of the previous two editions are not eligible to apply