Bhubaneswar: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) celebrated International Women’s Day with great enthusiasm across its operational locations in Odisha.
The events witnessed active participation from more than 1,000 women including, SHGs, students, and members of the local community.
At Paradeep, in the celebrations organised in the Nuagarh Gram Panchayat, women from nearby villages participated in debate, quiz, and singing competitions, with winners felicitated for their talents. Five SHGs, namely Jagruti, Kohinoor, Jay Sreeram, Nilamadhab, and Padma Variety Producer Groups, were recognised for their outstanding contributions to women’s development.
Distinguished guests including Debendra Rout, Sarpanch, Nuagarh, Ms. Golaprani Sahoo, eminent writer and social worker, Captain Amit Kumar, Pilot, Paradeep Port Authority, and Sarita Sahoo, Master Bookkeeper (MBK), Nuagarh, graced the occasion and shared their insights on women empowerment.
At Thakurani, an inter-school football tournament was organised by AM/NS India between Saheed Ratan Pradhan School, Barbil and Dalki Upper Primary School, Barbil to encourage sports participation among girls. Awards were presented to winningoutstanding team Dalki UP School besides players including Ankita Purty (best player), Heena Das (best goalkeeper), Surti Munda (best defender), Alia Parween (best scorer), and Santoshi Lohar (best midfielder).
The event was graced by Debendra Nath Pingua, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Barbil.
At Dabuna, a dedicated CSR programme was organised for SHGs of Katupali Purunadihi, and Dabuna villages. The event served as a platform to evaluate ongoing livelihood activities and explore new pathways for economic empowerment.
At Sagasahi, celebrations at Bhanjapali brought together over 100 women and girls from the local community. The event featured spirited games and a vibrant Rangoli competition, with winners felicitated for their creativity. Ms. Rani Lohar, Sarpanch of Kasira Gram Panchayat, graced the occasion.
