~ More than 500 saplings planted
In line with the theme declared by the United Nations of Putting an End to Plastic Pollution’ and reiterating its commitment towards creating a sustainable tomorrow, Tata Steel Kalinganagar (TSK) observed World Environment Day in and around its plant premises at Kalinganagar in Jajpur district of Odisha on Thursday.
As part of the celebrations, more than 500 saplings were planted at various locations inside the plant premises. Apart from mass plantation, to create awareness on environmental sustainability, painting, craft-making, & speech competitions amongst school children along with awareness session and quiz & photography competition among employees were also organised earlier as part of the celebrations. Apart from this, plastic cleaning drives were also undertaken in and around the plant premises and in the nearby places.
The celebrations concluded with a mega event at the Training Centre Auditorium that was attended by Sankar Biswas, Chief of Mechanical Maintenance, TSK as Chief Guest. Among others present on the occasion were other senior officials of Tata Steel Kalinganagar. During the event, the winners of the various competitions were awarded with certificates and gifts by the dignitaries.
Similarly, Tata Steel Foundation and Neelachal Ispat Nigam conducted an awareness session at Rampilo Upper Primary School on ‘Plastic Pollution and harmful effects of single-use plastic’.
The event saw participation from community members, teachers, and students. The day concluded with plantation of 50 saplings inside the school premises.
It may be noted here that the celebrations would continue throughout the month of June, which is being observed as ‘Sustainability Month’ across Tata Steel and NINL. As part of the month-long celebrations, a number of activities have been planned that includes awareness campaigns, webinars and online quizzes.
