Kolkata (December 15, 2023): Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, hosted a 5 km ‘Mini Marathon’ as a grand finale to the Swachhata Pakhwada 2023, observed from 01-15 Dec 23. With over 50 participants, the marathon commenced at Majerhat Bridge and concluded at GRSE FOJ Unit in Kolkata on 15 Dec 23. The Marathon was flagged-off by Director (Personnel), GRSE, DIG Subrato Ghosh, ICG (Retd).
As part of Swachhata Pakhwada 2024 initiatives, GRSE spearheaded a dedicated cleanliness drive encompassing activities such as Swachhata Shapath, saplings plantation, cleaning of overhead water tanks and reservoirs, insecticide fumigation drive, decluttering old files, office equipment and furniture across GRSE units. The conscientious disposal of electronic waste, maintenance of drainage system within the factory premises, and systematic handling of scrap underscored GRSE’s commitment to not only cleanliness but also sustainable waste management.
Engaging the community, GRSE organized drawing competitions for children at Gadadhar Abhyuday Prakalpa Units at Ramakrishna Math, Naora, Sundarban and Quizzes on Swachhata at local schools to add an educational dimension to the campaign. The Shipyard also conducted community cleanliness drives in Metiabruj and Kidderpore, and held seminars for employees, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness in their daily lives, along with an awareness session on single-use plastic usage for Women ITI students in Kolkata.
The successful conclusion of Swachhata Pakhwada 2023 reflects GRSE’s ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility and environmental sustainability.
