THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
BARBIL,
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
Prasanna Panda,
Business Head of JSW Steel Odisha Mining Division, has been honoured with the
prestigious “Excellence in Industrial Leadership and Sustainable Growth – Steel
Sector” award at the Times Icons of Odisha 2026 ceremony.
The award was presented
by Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, Governor of Odisha, in recognition of Panda’s
contribution to the steel industry and his leadership in driving the growth and
development of JSW Steel’s Odisha Mining Division.
The recognition
highlights Panda’s efforts in advancing operational excellence, sustainable
growth and responsible business practices, while contributing to the broader
industrial development of Odisha.
Under his leadership,
the Odisha Mining Division has continued to focus on strengthening operational
performance while maintaining a strong emphasis on sustainability and
responsible resource management.
The honour marks a
significant recognition of Panda’s leadership and contribution to the state’s
evolving industrial landscape, particularly in the steel and mining sector.
The Times Icons of
Odisha 2026 award celebrates individuals and organisations that have made
notable contributions to Odisha’s economic and industrial progress.
