TFP Bureau, Hyderabad; June 6, 2024: India’s largest iron ore producer, NMDC, celebrated World Environment Day 2024 at its Head Office in Hyderabad and various project sites across the country, emphasizing its commitment to environmental sustainability.
The celebrations began with a ceremonial lamp lighting. Senior management, including Shri Amitava Mukherjee, CMD (Addl. Charge), Shri Vinay Kumar, Director (Technical), and Shri B. Vishwanath, CVO, led the employees in pledging to protect the environment. A special video was unveiled, aligned with the theme ‘Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience’.
In his address, Shri Amitava Mukherjee stressed the importance of sustainability, stating,
“Earth is the only planet that supports life and has the potential to heal itself, but the question arises, who will heal us? Are we living responsibly and preserving resources for our future generations? We need to take care of our carbon footprints at an individual level. Our steps are directly related to intergenerational equity, so make wise and sustainable choices for a better tomorrow.”
Shri Vinay Kumar engaged with employees on critical aspects such as water management, deforestation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. He emphasized,
“Let’s take action on conservation, leaving a healthy environment for the generations to come.”
The event included the launch of the NMDC Environment Day 2024 memoirs by Shri Amitava Mukherjee. Winners of the Environment Day Contest held at the NMDC Head Office were felicitated by Shri Mukherjee, Shri Kumar, and Shri Vishwanath.
NMDC also organized a plantation drive at its major project sites and hosted poster-making and essay-writing competitions for students and employees, fostering greater awareness and involvement in environmental conservation.
Through these initiatives, NMDC reaffirmed its dedication to sustainability and its role as a responsible corporate citizen. The company continues to prioritize environmental stewardship, ensuring its operations contribute to the well-being of the planet and future generations.
