Kolkata, 22nd December, 2025: Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) organised the SAIL Value Chain Partners Meet 2025-26 at Hotel Hyatt Regency, Kolkata on 18th December, 2025, bringing together key stakeholders from across its supply ecosystem to strengthen collaboration towards sustainable and responsible business practices.
The event was graced by Mr. A K Chakraborty, Executive Director (Materials Management), Bhilai Steel Plant; Mr. B. S. Popli, Executive Director (Materials Management), Durgapur Steel Plant; Mr. C. R. Mishra, Executive Director (Materials Management), Bokaro Steel Plant; Mr. Debabrata Dutta, Executive Director (EMD), Kolkata; and Mr. Anil Kumar, Executive Director (Materials Management), Rourkela Steel Plant, who were present on the dais.
More than 100 high-value value chain partners participated in the meet, along with around 50 officials from MM Department of various units of SAIL, including representatives from the Environment Management Division (EMD) and Central Marketing Organisation (CMO).
The primary objective of the meet was to engage SAIL’s value chain partners on Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR), sustainability disclosures, ethical sourcing practices and the Supplier Code of Conduct, in line with SEBI guidelines and SAIL’s commitment to ESG-driven growth.
The programme was inaugurated with watering the sapling, symbolising SAIL’s commitment towards environmental sustainability. Mr. Alok Verma, Director In-Charge, Rourkela Steel Plant, addressed the gathering through a video message, highlighting the importance of sustainability as a shared responsibility across the entire value chain and emphasising the role of partners in achieving long-term environmental and social goals.
Mr. Anil Kumar welcomed the gathering while Mr. Debabrata Dutta presented the introductory remarks. Mr. BS Popli gave the keynote address and Mr. A Chakroborty, who graced the function as chief guest deliberated on various aspects of sustainability, responsible procurement, ethical business practices and the evolving expectations from value chain partners in today’s dynamic regulatory and business environment.
Presentations on Sustainability initiatives, HR norms and Supplier Code of Conduct were delivered by Ms. Rakhi Sen, General Manager (EMD), Kolkata; Mr. Hari Mohan Jha, Chief General Manager (HR), Corporate Office; and Ms. Ajanta Sengupta, General Manager (EMD), respectively. The sessions provided detailed insights into compliance requirements, reporting frameworks and best practices for sustainable value chain management.
An open house discussion followed the presentations, during which several value chain partners actively participated, sharing their views, concerns and suggestions, leading to a constructive and interactive exchange of ideas.
A short film showcasing SAIL’s sustainability and CSR journey was also screened during the event, highlighting the organisation’s initiatives towards environmental stewardship, community development and inclusive growth.
The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Mr. T. Vinod, Chief General Manager (Materials Management), Rourkela Steel Plant, who expressed gratitude to all participants for their valuable presence and reaffirmed SAIL’s commitment to strengthening partnerships for a sustainable future. Notably, a core committee team from Rourkela Steel Plant facilitated the entire event.
