Global recognition race drives CSR spend on sports, art

India Inc increased CSR spending on non-traditional segments like sports, art, culture, and women empowerment by 68% to ₹1,800 crore in 2022-23. Education received the highest CSR funds totaling ₹10,085 crore, while health spending decreased to ₹6,830 crore. HDFC Bank was the largest CSR spender.