Ficci Cascade

Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy

FICCI Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy (CASCADE)

In recent times India’s economic growth story has attracted the world’s attention bringing new challenges for the domestic economy. One of the challenges continually faced is the growing illicit trade in counterfeits, pass offs and smuggled goods.

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CASCADE Vision Statement

Create a national movement to make our country safe from the bane of smuggling and counterfeiting by advocating effective actions, promoting legal businesses including MSME’s and protecting consumer’s interests; thus, achieving the vision of a secure, healthy and a prosperous India.

Forthcoming Events

Capacity Building Programme for Police Officers on Enforcement Against Illicit Economies: Strengthening the Role of Police in Preventing Transnational Crime

24th September 2025|10.00 am – 01.00 pm | Commissioner of Police Office, Gurugram

Focus State: Haryana

Illicit trade is no longer confined to the shadows, it has become a sophisticated and global challenge that impacts communities at every level. From counterfeit goods and smuggled products to unregulated markets, these activities erode fair competition, put citizens’ health and safety at risk, and create deep vulnerabilities in the economic system. For a rapidly developing hub like Haryana, such threats not only endanger local businesses and consumers but also weaken trust in lawful trade and governance.

In confronting this growing menace, the role of law enforcement stands paramount. Police forces serve as the first line of defence responsible for detecting, intercepting, and dismantling illicit networks. To succeed, they require not only vigilance but also access to knowledge, advanced tools, and ongoing training.

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Past Events

11th Edition MASCRADE 2025

18-19 September 2025 | Hotel Lalit, New Delhi

Theme: Growing Illicit Trade: Destabilising Economic Welfare

Illicit trade remains one of the most pressing global threats undermining economic progress, rule of law, and consumer safety. It is an unfair trade practice that erodes legitimate business, distorts markets, weakens global supply chains, depletes natural resources, and endangers public security.

As economies strive for inclusive and sustainable development, the growing menace of counterfeiting and smuggling continues to destabilize efforts by diverting resources and threatening livelihoods. Consumers, often unaware of the dangers, become the ultimate victims of substandard and unsafe products.

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Mr. Anil Rajput

Chairman, FICCI CASCADE

Chairman Speak

Over the years, Illicit trade has undeniably become one of the greatest risks globally. It has played havoc with the social and economic well-being of nations across the world. Illicit trade undermines investments, creates unequal playing field for the legitimate businesses and for some time now provides the fuel that energizes the terror machine.

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