Pradeep Singh Rana

Vision-driven CSR leader with over 15 years of experience in designing and executing strategic social development initiatives at both plant and pan-India levels. Passionate about creating scalable and sustainable impact, with a focus on transforming lives in rural, tribal, and underserved communities. Currently leading the nationwide CSR portfolio at Steel Strips Wheels Ltd., integrating business responsibility with inclusive growth.

Adept at aligning CSR goals with corporate vision, regulatory frameworks, and SDG targets while building multi-stakeholder partnerships and strengthening institutional visibility through high-impact interventions in health, education, livelihood, and environmental sustainability.

Senior Manager – CSR & Legal - Steel Strips Wheels Ltd. - Chandigarh

(2021-03 - 2025-07)

• Lead the company's pan-India CSR initiatives with a strong focus on compliance, impact, and alignment with Schedule VII of the Companies Act.
• Plan and execute strategic programs in healthcare, education, skill development, and environment, especially for tribal, migrant, and rural communities.
• Implement bridge education programs, digital literacy initiatives, health screenings, anemia prevention drives, and school infrastructure support.
• Coordinate CSR Committee meetings, prepare documentation, and ensure governance and transparency.
• Collaborate with NGOs, local authorities, and state agencies for impactful execution and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Drive CSR branding through case studies, media engagement, digital storytelling, and internal communication tools.
• Monitor utilization of CSR budgets and ensure timely and effective delivery of initiatives.
• Attend Court Hearings, coordinate with Advocates, Legal Drafting (contracts, Petitions, Arguments etc), Scrutinize & Verify the property using (record of rights) Jamabandi and Khasra Girdawari records.
• Prepare, arrange & Indexing of all legal files, Legal Management System.
• Use the Himbhoomi and Bhu-Naksha portals for real-time land record verification.

Program Officer – CSR - Vardhman Group - Baddi, District Solan, Himachal Pradesh

(2017-09 - 2021-03)

• Led CSR operations for 11 business units of Vardhman Textiles Pvt. Ltd. in Baddi as per Schedule VII, Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013.
• Developed site-based CSR strategy aligned with group CSR vision, compliance requirements, and local social and environmental priorities.
• Implemented impactful programs in healthcare (multi-specialty camps, infrastructure support, RCH programs, blood donation), education (school building, sanitation, learning material, sports and culture), and rural development (public toilets, community halls, sewerage, rain shelters, libraries).
• Promoted self-employment and SHG formation, and engaged locals in income-generating activities.
• Strengthened visibility and branding through CSR documentaries, media outreach, and success stories.
• Managed stakeholder relationships including communities, NGOs, CSR partners, and government departments.
• Prepared Annual Operational Plans (AOPs), SOPs, CSR proposals, progress reports, impact case studies, Board presentations, and ensured 100% utilization of allocated CSR funds.

CSR Executive / Lead - GMR Hydro Power Project, Chamba (GMR Group) - Chamba

(2012-12 - 2017-08)

• Designed and led comprehensive CSR programs in remote tribal areas focusing on healthcare, water access, women empowerment, skilling, and environment.
• Implemented R&R support, panchayat-level development plans, and infrastructure support through Local Area Development Funds.
• Mobilized community participation and facilitated beneficiary linkages with welfare schemes.
• Documented success stories, project case studies, and annual progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Received multiple awards for community engagement and innovative project design.

Project Manager – Health & Sanitation - Santoshi Mahila Sangathan - Shimla

(2011-01 - 2012-12)

• Led health and hygiene projects focusing on HIV/STI awareness, maternal health, and micro-health insurance.
• Conducted community health camps, trained volunteers, and built awareness among construction workers and women groups.
• Developed donor proposals and reported progress to local government and partner institutions.

Project Coordinator – Livelihoods - Society for Technology & Development - Mandi

(2009-01 - 2010-12)

• Executed rural technology and livelihood projects supported by CAPART, DST, ICMOD, and state departments.
• Promoted income generation through beekeeping, fruit processing, SHG-based entrepreneurship, and market linkages.
• Conducted residential and field-level training programs for farmers and SHGs

LLB - Law - Maharaja Agrasen University

M.A. - Sociology - HPU Shimla (2011)

M.A. - Mass Communication - HPU Shimla (2009)

PG Diploma - Personnel Management - HPU Shimla (2008)

B.A. - HP Board, Dharamshala (2006)

PG Diploma - Information Technology - HPU Shimla