In this episode of IMPACT[X] Studio, we sit down with Pallavi Gaur, founder of Intrique, a movement working with artisans across India to preserve handlooms, handicrafts, and conscious clothing.Pallavi shares her decade-long journey of living in villages, building dignity-driven livelihoods, and co-creating sustainable designs with artisans across 7 states. From starting with small weaving clusters to creating brands like Dali that empower families, Intrique is not just a startup—it’s a movement for sustainability, culture, and impact.👉 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How handlooms and handicrafts form one of India’s strongest, irreplaceable industries
• The real challenges and aspirations of artisans in rural India
• Stories of transformation: from surviving on ₹5,000/month to building ₹30–75 lakh businesses
• Why conscious clothing and sustainability are the future of fashion
• How Intrique is working towards India’s net zero vision by 2070This is more than a conversation—it’s about reimagining fashion, culture, and livelihoods in India.#Intrique #ImpactStartups #HandloomIndia #ConsciousFashion #ImpactXStudio

Join Richa Pant, founder of Harmony Inc., as she shares her journey of shaping CSR and ESG strategies for India’s corporates and social enterprises. With experience at L&T Financial Services, Tata Communications, and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Richa explores how sustainability is no longer optional—it's a business imperative.

In this episode, discover how corporates can harmonize profitability with social responsibility, the evolving role of sustainability in India Inc., and the opportunities for startups and corporates to collaborate for meaningful impact. Tune in to learn actionable insights on SDG5 (Women Empowerment), SDG12 (Responsible Consumption), and SDG13 (Climate Action), and how Harmony Inc. is driving change through strategic partnerships and sustainable practices.

In this episode, Aparna Dua from Asha Impact and Divya Pinge from the India Impact Collaborative (IIC) unpack the why, how, and what of Blended Finance in India. They discuss the country’s most comprehensive report on blended finance for impact, designed to accelerate the adoption of structured investment approaches that drive social and development outcomes.

Key highlights:

• Why now: It’s time to move from anecdotal evidence to a data-driven narrative for blended finance.

• Structured approach: The report frames impact investing as a science, not just a strategy.

• Opportunities & challenges: Commercial capital can bridge funding gaps for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), but legal hurdles, lack of data, high costs, and limited pipelines remain barriers.

• Recommendations: Unlock philanthropic and commercial capital, improve transparency, document success stories, and leverage platforms like the India Blended Finance Collaborative (IBFC) to connect investors and projects.

Whether you’re an investor, policymaker, or impact enthusiast, this episode explores how blended finance can transform social impact in India, and why collaboration between government, foundations, and investors is key.