The ELLE Sustainability Awards 2025, held at the JW Marriott in Mumbai, celebrated its third edition with a focus on mindful fashion, climate-forward tech, and changemakers redefining leadership with purpose. The evening began with a panel discussion, “The Many Shades of India’s Sustainability Story,” moderated by Roshni Chopra, which explored the layered and nuanced narrative of sustainability in India. The panelists, including Isha Bhansali, Niharika Jhunjhunwala, Ateev Anand, and Aditi Chand, discussed topics such as outfit repeats, clean beauty, and reviving vintage pieces, emphasizing the importance of creativity, community, and cultural heritage in shaping India’s sustainability story.
The discussion set the tone for an evening that honored individuals and brands making a positive impact in the areas of fashion, beauty, design, and environmental action. Actor and advocate Tisca Chopra hosted the event, emphasizing that the awards were not just about recognizing achievements, but about sharing stories of people and ideas that are driving change towards a more sustainable future.
The awards ceremony recognized several individuals and brands, including Anjana Arjun, who received the ELLE Conscious Craftsmanship Award for her Chennai-based label Sarjaa, and Ujjawal Dubey, who was named Sustainability Visionary of the Year for his work with Antar Agni. Celebrity changemakers, such as Rajkummar Rao, Patralekhaa, and Mandira Bedi, were also honored for their commitment to conscious living and using their platforms to promote mindful consumption.
The event was attended by pioneers in the fields of fashion, beauty, and environmental action, and was supported by several partners, including Kohinoor Jewellery, Pepe Jeans, and Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. The awards ceremony served as a reminder that sustainability is not just a trend, but a movement that requires style, substance, and soul to come together. By celebrating the stories and achievements of individuals and brands making a positive impact, the ELLE Sustainability Awards 2025 aimed to inspire and motivate others to join the movement towards a more sustainable future.