Kolkata, 12 October 2026: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, observed ‘Ek Din, Ek Saath’ as part of Special Campaign 6 on 12 October 2026, bringing together community participation, employee engagement and sustainable waste management practices across the Company’s establishments.
The key highlight of the observance was a community-based cleanliness drive at Bichali Ghat, Metiabruz, Kolkata undertaken in the presence of the Cmde PR Hari, IN(Retd), Chairman and Managing Director, Capt (IN) P Sunilkumar (Retd), Director (Corporate Planning & Personnel), Shri Niranjan Bhalerao, Director (Finance), senior officers and employees of GRSE. The initiative reinforced the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining clean public spaces and promoting environmental awareness. The participation of GRSE’s leadership and workforce reflected the Company’s commitment to extending the spirit of Swachhata beyond its establishments and contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment.
Another major highlight was the ‘Waste to Wealth’ initiative, an employee participation activity that encouraged employees to unleash their creativity by transforming waste materials into artistic sculptures, crafts and other innovative creations. The initiative showcased the potential of discarded materials to be repurposed into aesthetically appealing creations while promoting the principles of reuse, recycling and responsible resource utilisation. It also highlighted how individual creativity and collective participation can contribute to greater environmental consciousness.
The dedicated one-day observance also encompassed cleanliness and workplace improvement activities across GRSE establishments, with emphasis on decluttering office premises, improving the utilisation of underused spaces and ensuring the systematic disposal of redundant materials. To reinforce awareness among employees and visitors, campaign banners were displayed across the Company’s manufacturing units and office facilities, highlighting the sustainable workplace practices. Appropriate segregation, disposal and recycling of biodegradable and e-waste were also among the focus areas, supporting efficient waste management, resource recovery and better workplace organisation.
Health-awareness initiatives and recognition of Safai Mitras further complemented the day’s activities, acknowledging the importance of hygiene, well-being and the contribution of sanitation personnel in maintaining clean and healthy surroundings.
Through these concerted efforts, GRSE reaffirmed its commitment to promoting cleanliness, community engagement, employee participation and environmental sustainability. The dedicated one-day initiative forms part of Swachhata Special Campaign 6, being observed from 2 to 31 October 2026, with the broader objective of strengthening cleanliness practices, optimising workplace spaces and encouraging the responsible utilisation of resources.
