As part of the ongoing Swachhata Pakhwada 2026, the CSR Department of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) organised a Gram Sabha at Tainsor village under Lathikata Block on 25th March, 2026 to promote awareness on cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation among the local community.
Ms. Munmun Mittra, GM I/c (CSR), SAIL, RSP graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Present on the occasion were Mr. Bibhabasu Malik, GM (CSR); Mr. R. S. Bara, DGM (CSR); Mr. P. Sahoo, DGM (CSR); Mr. S. K. Sukula, DM (CSR), and members of the CSR team. A special team from IGH including Ms. Sandhyarani Dash, Clinical Psychologist and Ms. Rahil Topno, Infection Control Nurse was also present on the occasion. A large number of villagers gathered to attend the Gram Sambha.
Addressing the gathering, Ms. M. Mittra stressed the importance of cleanliness and hygiene in building a healthy society. She encouraged villagers to adopt hygienic practices in their day-to-day lives and highlighted the collective responsibility of individuals and communities in sustaining a clean environment.
Ms. Sandhyarani Dash, spoke on the psychological aspects of hygiene and sanitation and emphasized how clean surroundings contribute to improved mental and physical well-being. Ms. Rahil Topno, explained the importance of maintaining cleanliness in daily life and demonstrated simple hygiene practices that can help prevent diseases.
An engaging Nukkad Natak (street play) based on the theme of Swachhata was also staged during the programme, which effectively conveyed the message of hygiene and sanitation in an entertaining and relatable manner. The performance received an enthusiastic response from the villagers.
Earlier, Mr. Malik welcomed the gathering while Mr. R. S. Bara, proposed a formal vote of thanks. The event was coordinated by Mr. S. K. Sukula, and Md. Zahid Akhtar, SA (CSR).
