Bhubaneswar: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) observed the 79th Independence Day with pride and enthusiasm across its operational sites in Odisha.
At the Paradeep Pellet Plant, Suresha G, Executive Director, Odisha Asset, AM/NS India, hoisted the National Flag in the presence of employees and community members hailing from nearby villages. This was followed by the felicitation of community members and a series of cultural performances by girls from neighbouring villages and security staff, who showcased their talents through dance performances on patriotic songs celebrating our country’s unity and integrity. An award ceremony was organised where security personnel and other employees were recognised for their exemplary dedication and service.
In his address, Suresha G said, “Independence Day is a time to reflect on our history and our responsibility in shaping the future. The spirit of independence lives on in every child’s drawing, every performance, and every act of service. We are proud to stand with the next generation as they shape a brighter future. Our initiatives in education and healthcare reflect our ongoing commitment to Nation building.”
At AM/NS India’s Beneficiation Plant in Dabuna, Keonjhar, Jaiwardhan Paroha, Plant Head, Beneficiation Plant, Dabuna, AM/NS India, Jaikishan Sharma, Head, Logistics, Dabuna, AM/NS India led the celebrations. Commencing with the flag hoisting, the event witnessed a parade by the security personnel, floral tribute to the Amar Jawans followed by cultural programme by women from neighbouring villages and award ceremony for the security personnel and employees for their exemplary service.
In the Ghoraburhani Sagasahi mine of AM/NS India, Satyakam Dash, Mines Manager, AM/NS India hoisted the tri-colour flag in the presence of Ratnesh Prasad, Head- Project, AM/NS India along with Manoj Kumar, General Manager, Thriveni Earthmovers and other employees and partners.
At Thakurani Mine, Indrakant Saha, Mines Manger, Thakurani, AM/NS India hoisted the national flag in the presence of employees, partners and community members followed by an award ceremony for security personnel.
The CSR team also celebrated the day with enthusiasm across four schools and five Anganwadi centres in Paradeep. A series of events such as essay writing, debate, and drawing competitions were organised in the community to mark the occasion. In a ceremony held at Maa Ambika High School, prizes were awarded to the winners of the various competitions. At Dabuna, the CSR team celebrated with students of Indira Smruti Bidyapitha School, Govt Primary School and Shree Gupteswar High School engaging more than 150 students in the joint celebrations.
AM/NS India supported schools and Anganwadi centres near Thakurani and Sagasahi mines in celebrating Independence Day and honouring the freedom fighters who contributed to India’s freedom.
In Sagasahi, grand celebrations took place in Kalmang High school where students participated in flag hoisting, quiz, cultural events, debate and essay writing. AM/NS India supported nine schools, eleven Anganwadi centres, and Gram Panchayats in these areas by, awarding prizes, providing sweets, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to the local community and nation building.
