THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

ANGUL, JUNE 5, 2026

In line with the global observance of World Environment Day 2026 and its focus on urgent climate action, Jindal Steel, Angul, organized a week-long series of initiatives dedicated to environmental sustainability. Held under the theme, “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future,” the programmes aimed to strengthen environmental awareness and encourage sustainable practices among employees, their families, and the wider community.

As part of the celebrations, a “Run for Environment” rally and a mega plantation drive were organized at Jindal Nagar Township. The rally was flagged off by Executive Director In-charge P. K. Biju Nair in the presence of Damodar Mittal, Executive Director, Iron Zone; Hridayeswar Jha, Executive Director, Special Projects; Swami Satyabindu Saraswati; and other dignitaries. A large number of employees, family members, and community residents participated enthusiastically in the rally, which commenced from the Eden Garden area and culminated at the designated plantation site.

Adding significance to the occasion, Dr. Prafulla Kumar Behera, AES, State Pollution Control Board, joined the celebrations and planted a sapling at Jindal Nagar.

Several community engagement activities and competitions were also conducted, including drawing and painting contests for children, along with essay-writing and quiz competitions for spouses. Employees participated in a dedicated online quiz designed to enhance awareness of environmental standards, sustainability practices, and climate-related challenges.

A special workshop on Domestic Waste Management was organized to educate residents on source segregation through the two-bin system, home composting methods, and innovative ways of reusing waste materials. The initiative aligns with the township’s vision of becoming a “Zero Waste” community.

The successful culmination of the week-long programmes, marked by enthusiastic participation and the announcement of competition winners, reaffirmed Jindal Steel’s commitment to climate action, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development.

Meanwhile, Jindal Foundation also celebrated World Environment Day across Derjang, Malibrahmani, and OPJCC. As part of the initiative, seed kits were distributed among students and farmers to promote gardening, sustainable food production, and nutrition-focused backyard farming. A plantation drive was also organized at Derjang with active participation from the local community.