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.

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Forthcoming Events

Capacity Building Programme for Police Officers on “Illicit Trade: Enforcement Challenges & Solutions”

16^th December 2025 | Focus State: New Delhi

Illicit trade has rapidly grown into a major threat to economic stability, public health, and industrial growth. It fuels the rise of organised criminal networks, endangers consumers through unregulated and unsafe products, and harm legitimate businesses by operating outside legal frameworks. These unlawful practices not only drain government revenues but also erode public trust in formal markets and institutions.

In the face of this evolving menace, the role of law enforcement becomes more critical than ever. Police forces serve as the frontline shield—tasked with identifying, intercepting, and dismantling illicit networks. Their success hinges not just on vigilance, but also on access to the right knowledge, modern tools, and continuous capacity building.

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Past Events

FICCI CASCADE Auto Rally on 6th December 2025

India continues to grapple with the far-reaching consequences of smuggling and counterfeiting, an underground web that not only undermines our legitimate economy and industries but also endangers the lives and safety of consumers. Alarmingly, a significant portion of the population affected by these illicit activities remains unaware of the true scale and severity of the threat. To effectively address the issue, sensitization and public engagement are imperative.

As part of our ongoing commitment to raise widespread awareness about the adverse impacts of smuggling and counterfeiting on our economy, society, as well as health and safety of the citizens, FICCI CASCADE is organizing an Auto Rally on Saturday, 6^th December 2025 from 12.00 noon to 1.00 p.m. at Tansen Marg, New Delhi.

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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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