BALCO Commemorates India’s 77th Independence Day with Fervor and Pride
By TFP Bureau Korba, August 16, 2023: Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), a renowned aluminium producer in India and a subsidiary of Vedanta Aluminium, celebrated the nation’s 77th Independence Day with grand festivities within the confines of the BALCO plant. The event witnessed the active participation of employees, their families, and esteemed business partners.
Kicking off the jubilation, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, CEO & Director of BALCO, unfurled the national flag, a momentous gesture symbolizing unity and patriotism. As the national anthem resonated through the air, a spirit of pride enveloped the gathering. Mr. Kumar took the stage to express his gratitude and admiration for the attendees, acknowledging their unwavering dedication that has propelled BALCO’s operational prowess.
During his address, Mr. Kumar underscored the significant milestones BALCO has achieved on its journey and its pivotal role in the nation’s growth and progress. Through community development initiatives, environmental and social undertakings, and an innovative business ecosystem, BALCO has firmly entrenched itself in the fabric of national advancement. Mr. Kumar outlined BALCO’s future trajectory in alignment with India’s ambition to emerge as a global manufacturing powerhouse. He urged all participants to actively contribute to this vision, emphasizing their responsibility towards the nation’s prosperity.
The celebration culminated with an oath-taking ceremony, encouraging attendees to embrace their democratic rights and actively engage in the voting process. Further exemplifying his commitment, Mr. Kumar visited the BALCO hospital, distributing fresh fruit baskets to patients and personally inquiring about their well-being.
Commenting on BALCO’s pivotal role in India’s growth narrative, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, CEO and Director, remarked, “Across more than five decades, BALCO has left an indelible mark on the state of Chhattisgarh and our nation. Our pursuit of self-sufficiency in the Indian aluminium sector remains resolute as we continually strive for operational excellence. Our ambition is to drive unparalleled national progress through domestic production and value addition. By fostering innovation in our manufacturing practices and maintaining a steadfast commitment to sustainable development, we are dedicated to propelling our nation into a global manufacturing leader.”
In tandem with the ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign initiated by the Government of India, members of the BALCO family enthusiastically participated by sharing selfies with saplings, soil, and earthen lamps, symbolizing BALCO’s significant role in the nation’s journey. The Independence Day event also highlighted exceptional security guards and employees for their remarkable contributions and active involvement in cultural pursuits. The celebration further showcased films that underscored BALCO’s diversity, national pride, and fervor for Independence Day.
