In the Workmen category Ayeskanta Sahu, Engineering Associate (Flux & Refractory) bagged the first prize, while the 2nd and 3rd spots went to Mr. Arupananda Pradhan, Engineering Associate, (New Plate Mill) and Mr. Asif Husain Sidik, Junior Engineering Associate (Coke Ovens).

In the Executive category, the first place was won by Mr. Anup Agarwal, Senior Manager (Services). Ms. Sangeeta M Sindur, AGM (HR) got the 2nd position while Ms. Neha Dash, Consultant (Medical) bagged the third place.

The 8th edition of this award, launched in January 2023 under My RSP-My Identity unique initiative, saw enthusiastic participation from employees, showcasing their strong bond with RSP. 2762 employees of RSP made entries in RSP Portal Employee Zone (both Web and Mobile App). Out of these 262 employees comprising 147 executives and 115 workmen shared their feelings about RSP every day from 17th July to 31st July, 2026. As part of the initiative, employees were required to write at least one complete sentence of positive thoughts about RSP every day during the given time period.

These entries were evaluated online by a committee of Senior Officers without the knowledge of the credentials of the employees and submitted their marks on a daily basis. Based on their evaluations, the top three employees from both executive and non-executive categories were bestowed with the RSP Gaurab award.

The competition aimed to foster a sense of pride among employees and encourage a habit of positive thinking and speaking well about the plant.

5 Employees of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) have won awards in the AI & U competition organised by the Corporate Office of SAIL. The event aimed to recognise innovative applications of Artificial Intelligence and digital technologies within the organisation.

Mr. Sanjay Kumar Gautam AGM (C&IT), Mr. Baditha Boina Arun Kumar AM (BF), and Mr. Kabi Biroj Kumar Sr. Tech, (C&IT) have been selected to receive Cash Prizes along with Appreciation Letters for their outstanding contributions. Mr. Subhasis Panda, Jr. Engineering Associate, (NPM) and Mr. Srikant Malik Jr. Engineering Associate, (HSM-2) will receive Appreciation Letters for their commendable efforts.