Jindal Steel’s Kasia Mines shines with Platinum honour at Kalinga Excellence Safety Awards

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JODA/BARBIL, NOVEMBER 22, 2025

Jindal Steel’s Kasia Mines has been bestowed with the prestigious Kalinga Excellence Safety Award in the Platinum Category, marking a significant milestone in its remarkable safety journey. The honour, awarded for exceptional safety performance and meaningful contributions to advancing safety practices in 2024, was conferred at the 16th National Safety Conclave–2025 organized by IQEMS.

The award was presented by the Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Surama Padhy, and Jajpur MP, Dr. Rabindra Narayan Behera, in the presence of eminent personalities from diverse fields, adding to the momentousness of the occasion.

Accepting the accolade on behalf of Jindal Steel, Pramod Kumar Patra, Cluster Head – Jindal Steel (BKT), extended heartfelt gratitude for the recognition. “Strict compliance with safety norms remains an integral part of Jindal Steel’s work culture. The company continues to be committed to ensuring a safe and secure workplace while maintaining the highest standards of safety across all its operations,” he said.

Jindal Steel has upheld its safety-led philosophy through a range of proactive initiatives, from frequent and rigorous safety audits to comprehensive training programs aimed at empowering employees with essential safety knowledge and skills. The company has also embraced cutting-edge safety technologies to strengthen its operational safeguards. Additionally, its robust emergency response system has further reinforced Jindal Steel’s preparedness in managing unforeseen situations, underscoring its unwavering dedication to protecting its workforce and ensuring a safe, resilient, and progressive working environment.