THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU
BARBIL, JUNE 23, 2026
JSW Steel’s Odisha Mining Division emerged as a major winner
at the 4th edition of the Minerals and Mining Conclave in Kolkata, securing two
prestigious ASSOCHAM Business Excellence Awards. Organised by ASSOCHAM Eastern
Region, the conclave brought together industry leaders and stakeholders to
celebrate innovation, sustainability, and transformation in the mining sector.
The JSW Steel Odisha Mining Division was honoured with the
awards for Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programmes of the Year
and Employer Brand of the Year, reaffirming the company’s commitment to
fostering an inclusive workplace culture while delivering operational
excellence.
Accepting the awards, Ram Shankar Sharma, Operations and
Project Head, said, “These awards are a reflection of our team’s dedication to
building an inclusive workplace and strengthening our identity as an employer
of choice. They inspire us to push boundaries and continue setting benchmarks
in the mining industry.”
Sharma was accompanied by his team, whose collective efforts
have enabled the division to distinguish itself in a highly competitive
industry. The recognition highlights not only the division’s operational
achievements but also the people-centric values that continue to drive JSW
Steel’s growth and success.
The ASSOCHAM Business Excellence Awards are regarded among
the most prestigious recognitions in the corporate sector, honouring
corporates, MSMEs and startups that adopt best practices to drive
transformation, innovation and sustainable growth.
Adding to its achievements, JSW Steel’s Odisha Mining
Division also earned top honours for its environmental stewardship. The Nuagaon
Iron Ore Mine and Narayanposhi Iron & Manganese Ore Mines were recognised
for their outstanding environmental initiatives at the GMF Spotlight Awards.
Nuagaon Iron Ore Mine received the GMF Spotlight (Environment
Initiative) Award in the Diamond Category, while Narayanposhi Iron &
Manganese Ore Mines were conferred with the GMF Spotlight (Environmental
Management) Award in the Platinum Category.
The awards were received by Suresh Kumar Mohapatra of Team EHS (Environment), JSW Steel Odisha Mining Division, along with his team, at a gala ceremony held in Gangtok.
The twin recognitions underscore JSW Steel Odisha Mining Division’s continued focus on building an inclusive workforce while advancing sustainable and responsible mining practices, reinforcing its position as a leader in the sector.
