NALCO committed to holistic industry growth and societal well-being: CMD Brijendra Pratap Singh at ‘Media Connect 2025’

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 19, 2025

“We remain steadfast in our commitment to the holistic development of the aluminium and metal industry, while simultaneously contributing to the progress and well-being of society,” said Brijendra Pratap Singh, Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), during the company’s flagship media engagement event, ‘Media Connect 2025’, held in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday.

Organised as an interactive platform, the event brought together prominent media houses from the city and senior leadership of the Navratna CPSE under the Union Mines Ministry. The initiative aimed at fostering transparent communication and strengthening the company’s engagement with key stakeholders.

The session was attended by NALCO’s top management including Pankaj Kumar Sharma, Director (Production), Jagdish Arora, Director (Projects & Technical), Dr. Tapas Kumar Pattanayak, Director (HR), and Abhay Kumar Behuria, Director (Finance).

Welcoming the media fraternity, Asutosh Rath, Executive Director (HR), provided an insightful presentation on the company’s operations, achievements, and service offerings.

In his keynote address, CMD Brijendra Pratap Singh extended heartfelt gratitude to the Union Ministry of Mines, and all stakeholders for their continued support and trust in NALCO’s vision. He also stressed the vital role of the media in building awareness, enhancing transparency, and acting as a bridge between the company and the public.

‘Media Connect 2025’ served as a dynamic forum for dialogue, enabling media representatives to gain deeper insights into NALCO’s growth trajectory, future projects, and CSR interventions.

Discussions reflected the company’s forward-looking strategy and its emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and inclusive development.

The event was widely appreciated by the media community and marked a significant step in NALCO’s ongoing efforts to promote openness, collaboration, and stakeholder inclusivity.

As a leading public sector enterprise in the aluminium sector, NALCO continues to play a pivotal role in India’s industrial growth story, while staying true to its ethos of corporate responsibility and nation-building.