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FICCI Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying Economy Ltd
In the recent past India’s economic growth story has attracted world’s attention bringing new challenges for the domestic economy. One of the challenges currently faced is the growing illicit trade in counterfeits, pass offs and smuggled goods. Counterfeits, pass offs and smuggled goods are also threatening brands not only in every region of the country but is widespread in the world. Contraband and counterfeit products hurt the integrity of the brand and further dilute the brand owner’s reputation. This not only results in erosion of sales of the legitimate product but by further [CASACADE]s onto affect the consumers in the form of health and safety hazards. With the above insight the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) took the initiative to dedicate a forum by establishing the Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying Economy - CASCADE on 18th January, 2011 at FICCI Federation House, New Delhi. AIMS
Generating awareness on the hazardous impact of smuggled, contraband and counterfeit products amongst consumers and citizens. Capacity building of law enforcement agencies including Judges, Police and Customs Officers. Research and proposing law reforms
Interactions with the law enforcement authorities to emphasize on the importance of continued awareness and seriousness of the impact of counterfeit goods. Enforcement of IP related laws
Systematic dissemination of enforcement techniques, procedure and strategy through regular workshops for the guidance of its members
Sharing the best practices followed globally for combating contraband, smuggled and counterfeit product
Provide knowledge support to the industry members
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10/09/2026
The fight against smuggling and counterfeiting cannot be fought in isolation. It demands global cooperation, shared intelligence and collective action.
At MASCRADE 2026, stakeholders from across the world will come together in New Delhi to strengthen this shared fight against illicit trade and build stronger international collaboration.
Join us at the 12th edition of MASCRADE 2026.
17–18 September 2026 | 📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
10/09/2026
The final 7-day countdown begins.
Every day brings us closer to a global movement where policy, enforcement and industry unite to protect economies, businesses and consumers from illicit trade.
10/09/2026
Voices from around the world will come together at the 12th edition of MASCRADE 2026 to strengthen the global fight against counterfeiting and smuggling.
Under the theme, “One World, One Fight: Eliminating Counterfeiting and Smuggling Through Collective Action,” MASCRADE 2026 will bring together experts, industry stakeholders, policymakers and enforcement agencies to drive collective action against illicit trade.
📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi | 17–18 September 2026
09/09/2026
Ideas matter, but action matters more.
MASCRADE 2026 brings together policymakers, enforcement agencies, industry leaders and other key stakeholders to move the conversation on illicit trade from ideas to practical action.
Join us on 17 and 18 September 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
09/09/2026
8 days to .
Two days. One platform. A collective effort to strengthen the fight against smuggling and counterfeiting.
Join us on 17–18 September 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
08/09/2026
MASCRADE 2026, Plenary Session 1 will examine how collective efforts can address illicit trade and strengthen economic resilience for sustainable growth.
With perspectives from global experts Adrian Swarres, Najib Shah, Kongkrissada Kittithiraphong, Travis D. Johnson and Jason Tower, the session will explore the challenges and collaborative strategies needed to tackle illicit trade.
📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi | 17–18 September 2026
08/09/2026
A focused conversation on bridging research and policy to strengthen anti-illicit trade efforts at MASCRADE 2026.
Mr. David M. Luna, CEO, International Coalition Against Illicit Economies (ICAIE), joins Ms. Sumita Kareer, Deputy Editor and Anchor, ET NOW, for a Fireside Chat exploring how research-driven insights can support stronger policy responses to illicit trade.
17–18 September 2026 | 📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
08/09/2026
The countdown is getting closer. ⏳
With just 9 days to go, MASCRADE 2026 brings together voices from across sectors to strengthen collective efforts against smuggling and counterfeiting.
17th–18th September 2026 | 📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Be there as we come together for One World, One Fight.
07/09/2026
Join Mr. Kebharu Smith, Director and Associate General Counsel, Amazon, and Ms. Sumita Kareer, Deputy Editor and Anchor, ET NOW, for an engaging Fireside Chat at the 12th edition of MASCRADE.
17–18 September 2026 | 📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Be part of the conversation shaping collective action against illicit trade.
07/09/2026
Plenary Session 4 at brings together:
Ashish R Pareek | Felix Avellan | Brigadier Puspendar Sorayan | T. Sankar IRS | Arvind Saran | Surendra Kumar
The session will focus on “Disrupting Illicit Trade and Organized Crime Networks: Enforcement, Intelligence and Strategy”, exploring how stronger intelligence, coordinated enforcement and strategic action can counter sophisticated illicit trade networks.
17–18 September 2026 | 📍 Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
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