Chennai, Tamil Nadu | April 2, 2026: CecureUs, a leading organization dedicated to fostering safe, inclusive, and compliant workplaces, successfully hosted the 5th edition of CecureUs Awards 2025–2026 on April 2, 2026, at Le Royal Meridien, Chennai. The event brought together industry leaders, HR professionals, and change-makers to recognize organizations and individuals driving meaningful impact in workplace culture.
Building on the strong legacy of previous editions, this year’s awards celebrated excellence across key areas including Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH), Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), Employee Wellbeing, Ethical Practices, and Exemplary Workplace Initiatives.
A Platform for Recognition and Thought Leadership
The event commenced with a warm networking session, followed by an inaugural address and an overview of CecureUs’ journey and impact in shaping workplace excellence by Ms. Viji Hari, Founder & CEO, CecureUs
The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Ms. Gauri Das, Head HR and CSR – India Factoring and Finance Solutions Private Limited, who shared valuable insights on the importance of building people-centric organizations grounded in trust, safety, and inclusivity.
Engaging Discussions on the Future of Work
One of the key highlights of the event was a thought-provoking panel discussion on:
“AI, Gen Z, Global Uncertainty and the Evolving Role of HR”
Moderated by Mr. Satish Rajarathnam, Head – People & Culture, Myridius, the session featured an esteemed panel of industry experts including:
- Ms. Kavitha Vinayagam, Senior Director & HR Head – Dexian India
- Dr. Swati Smita, Vice President HR – Aditya Birla Essel Mining and Industries Limited
- Ms. Deepa TS, Head of Compliance – Vestas
- Mr. Ganapathy Sankarabaaham, Founder & CEO – Vajra Global Consulting Services
The discussion explored how organizations are navigating rapid technological advancements, generational shifts, and global uncertainty while building resilient and inclusive workplace cultures.
The CecureUs Awards recognized outstanding organizations and leaders across multiple categories, including:
- Safe Workplace Awards
- Inclusive Workplace Awards
- Healthy Workplace Awards
- Ethical Workplace Awards
- HR Champion Awards
- Exemplary Workplace Practices
Winners were selected through a rigorous evaluation process involving expert jury review and benchmarking against industry best practices.
Safe Workplace Awards: 5Paisa Capital Limited; Essel Mining & Industries Limited (Aditya Birla Group); AP International; Apollo Health and Lifestyle Limited; Ather Energy Limited; Bon Fresh Foods Private Limited; Celestica India Private Limited; Chargeback Gurus Fintech Private Limited ; DEXIAN India Technologies Private Limited; Flatirons Solutions India Private Limited; Foodhub Software Solutions India Private Limited; JGC India EPC Private Limited ; Lightcast; Niterra India Private Limited; SBI Capital Markets Limited; SNV Aviation Private Limited; Techouts Solutions India Private Limited; Vajra Global Consulting Services LLP; WinWire Technologies India Private Limited; Anthem Biosciences Limited; India Factoring And Finance Solutions Private Limited.
Inclusive Workplace Awards: RR Donnelley India Outsource Private Limited ; India Factoring And Finance Solutions Private Limited.
Healthy Workplace Awards: Foodhub Software Solutions India Private Limited ; SBI Capital Markets Limited; DK Publishing Private Limited; Essel Mining & Industries Limited (Aditya Birla Group).
Ethical Workplace Awards: Chargeback Gurus Fintech Private Limited; Colgate Palmolive India Limited – Sricity; SANMINA-SCI INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Flatirons Solutions India Private Limited.
HR Champion Awards: MUTHULAKSHMI A, TPI COMPOSITES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; NIKHIL RAM KALE, SBI Capital Markets LIMITED; GIRIVAS VAIDYANATHAN, Zuci Systems (India) Private Limited; PRANAYA DURGAM, HRInputs; RUPALI SHEDGE, BTS Strategy Alignment and Execution Private Limited; JEEVAN KARTEEK SARIPALLI, Adroit Information Solutions; INDUPRIYA J, Apollo Micro System; DR ELTON RON NATHAN, Apollo Health and Lifestyle Limited; AROCKIA SELVI AROCKIAM, Flatirons Solutions India Private Limited.
Exemplary Workplace Practices: Lennox India Technology Centre; Zuci Systems (India) Private Limited; Clarivate Analytics (India) Private Limited; TPI Composites India Private Limited.
Adding further depth to the event were sessions such as:
- “Compliance is Easy. Culture is Hard” – Interactive Q&A, focusing on the challenges of translating policy into practice
- Best Practices Booklet Launch, showcasing actionable insights and frameworks for organizations
- Jury Recognition, acknowledging the contributions of industry experts in the evaluation process
Speaking at the event, Ms. Viji Hari, Founder & CEO, CecureUs, said:
“The CecureUs Awards are not just about recognition, they are about reinforcing a collective commitment to building workplaces where safety, dignity, and inclusion are fundamental. It is inspiring to see organizations go beyond compliance and truly embed these values into their culture.”
Also speaking at the event, Ms. Gauri Das, Head HR and CSR – India Factoring and Finance Solutions Private Limited, said :
“We often say organizations pay salaries, incentives, and bonuses , but we are not paying for the emotions people carry to work. The sacrifices they make between work and family, the risks they take in their roles, and the personal moments they give up , these cannot be compensated with money. And that is why organizations owe more to their people than just pay”
The CecureUs Awards continue to serve as a powerful platform that not only celebrates excellence but also encourages organizations to raise the bar in creating safer, more inclusive, and ethically driven workplaces.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks followed by a networking lunch, enabling attendees to connect, collaborate, and share insights for the future of work.
About CecureUs
CecureUs is a specialized organization focused on building safe, inclusive, and compliant workplaces through expertise in PoSH, Diversity & Inclusion, Mental Wellness, and Code of Conduct frameworks. With a strong presence across India and global engagements, CecureUs has trained over 150,000+ employees and partnered with 900+ organizations to drive meaningful workplace transformation.