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Privacy Policy

Welcome to the websites, portals, applications, event platforms, and digital services managed by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) ("CII", "we", "our", or "us").

CII is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, store, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you access or use any CII digital platform ("Platform").

This Privacy Policy is designed in accordance with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 ("DPDP Act").

1. Information We Collect

a) Personal Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Mobile number
• Company/Organization name
• Designation
• Postal address
• Payment or billing information (where applicable)

b) Technical Information

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Operating system
• Website interaction data
• Cookies and analytics information

c) Event and Membership Information

• Event registrations and attendance records
• Membership details and preferences
• Feedback and survey responses

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To register and manage your account or event participation
• To process applications, awards, and memberships
• To send you updates, notifications, and relevant communications
• To improve Platform functionality and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• To conduct research, analytics, and report generation
• To prevent fraud and ensure platform security

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the DPDP Act, 2023, we process your personal data based on:

• Consent: Where you have explicitly provided consent
• Contractual Necessity: To fulfil a contract or service you have requested
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Legitimate Interest: For our internal operations and improving our services

4. Sharing of Information

CII does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in platform operations, payment processing, or analytics (under confidentiality agreements)
• Event Partners: Co-organisers or sponsors of CII events where relevant and with your knowledge
• Government/Regulatory Bodies: When required by law or court orders
• CII Affiliates: Internal departments for legitimate operational purposes

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Event-specific data may be retained for a period of up to 5 years post-event for reporting and compliance purposes.

6. Your Rights

Under the DPDP Act, 2023, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or outdated information
• Request erasure of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
• Nominate another person to exercise your rights in case of incapacity or death
• File a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@cii.in.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse usage patterns, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

8. Security

CII employs industry-standard technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Platforms may contain links to third-party websites or services. CII is not responsible for the privacy practices of such external platforms. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

10. Changes to This Policy

CII reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any material changes will be communicated via our Platform or through direct notification. Continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

For any queries, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Data Protection Officer – CII
The Mantosh Sondhi Centre, 23, Institutional Area, Lodi Road, New Delhi – 110 003 (India)
Email: info@cii.in | Phone: +91 11 45771000