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Mr. Alok Verma, DIC RSP reviews CSR initiatives of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant at Jalda ‘C’ Block

Newsmantra — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:51:49 +0000

Mr. Alok Verma, Director In-Charge (DIC) of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) along with Mr. Tarun Misra, ED (HR) visited Jalda ‘C’ Block to take stock of the ongoing CSR activities in the area. Present with him were Ms. Munmun Mittra, GM In-Charge (CSR), Mr. Bivabasu Malik, GM (CSR) and other senior officers of the plant. Mr. Ignes Khadia and Mr. Jattru Oram, representatives of Jalda Gram Panchayat, briefed the DIC about the various village development activities being undertaken.

During the visit, the DIC reviewed the drinking water facilities being provided to the residents of the resettlement colony and assessed their effectiveness in improving the quality of life for the local community. The DIC also visited the Training-cum-Production Centre (TCPC) at Jalda, established under the CSR initiative of RSP in association with Usha Silai and Gram Utthan. He interacted with the women working at the centre, appreciated their efforts in skill development and livelihood generation, and assured all possible support for the continued success of such initiatives. Thereafter he visited the Jalda football ground to encourage sports and youth engagement in the region.

The visit reaffirmed RSP’s commitment towards community welfare and sustainable development in the peripheral areas.

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Director (HR) Dr. Vinay Ranjan Encourages Women Empowerment at WCL Interaction

Newsmantra — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:51:45 +0000

Dr. Vinay Ranjan, Director (HR), Coal India Limited, interacted with women executives of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) at Saoner Eco Park, highlighting the company’s commitment to fostering gender diversity, professional growth, and empowerment. In his inspiring address, Dr. Ranjan emphasized the pivotal role of women in driving transformation within the coal industry and outlined various initiatives undertaken by Coal India to support their career advancement. He also stressed the significance of continuous learning, upskilling, and leadership development as key enablers for success. The event was attended by senior executives from both WCL and Coal India, reflecting the organization’s inclusive approach toward building a progressive and equitable workplace.

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POWERGRID Inaugurates 400/220 kV Bidadi GIS as ‘Pink Substation’, Showcasing Commitment to Women Empowerment

Newsmantra — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:58:19 +0000

Bengaluru: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has declared its 400/220 kV Bidadi Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) as a Pink Substation, reaffirming its commitment to promoting gender diversity and women empowerment in the power sector. This marks POWERGRID’s second Pink Substation under its Southern Region-II operations. Pink Substations are uniquely managed and operated entirely by women professionals, reflecting the organisation’s progressive approach to inclusive leadership. The Bidadi GIS is headed by Ms. Reeni Rafi Alapatt, Deputy General Manager, POWERGRID. The substation was inaugurated by Shri Mukund Sharad Hejib, Chief General Manager (I/C), Southern Region-II, in the presence of senior officials. POWERGRID has consistently been recognised among the Best Places for Women to Work, and initiatives like the Pink Substation exemplify its ongoing efforts to create equitable opportunities and celebrate women’s contributions in technical and operational roles.

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POWERGRID declares 400/220 kV Lucknow substation as Pink Sub-station.

Newsmantra — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:19:41 +0000

This Substation is POWERGRID’s first Pink station of the region. Pink substations of POWERGRID are operated and headed by women executives in line with its commitment towards Women Empowerment. The substation is being headed by Ms. Kiran Singh, Sr. DGM, POWERGRID. On this occasion, Sh. Y. K. Dixit, ED (Northern Region – III) along with other senior officials was present. POWERGRID has been consistently rated as one of the Best Places for Women to Work.

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Andheri’s Ganpati Mandal supports ‘Women Empowerment’ through a Live Musical show in its Golden Jubilee year

Newsmantra — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 12:57:16 +0000

~Showcasing 11 unique forms of Ganesha over 11 days, with an eco-friendly idol crafted from tissue paper, guar gum & alum~

Mumbai, September’25: Riddhi Siddhi Mandal, based in JB Nagar, Andheri (E), is celebrating its 50th year with a special initiative this Ganesh Utsav. The Mandal has created a 15-minute live drama titled ‘Vinayaki’, which highlights how a woman’s multi-tasking life such as balancing family, work, and society, often takes a toll on her personal well-being. In today’s fast-paced life of Mumbai, women’s emotions and health are frequently compromised, affecting their overall balance of life.

The skit, designed as a live musical, follows Ragini, a young woman passionate about music. Under parental and societal pressure, she sets her passion aside to focus on her career. She later gets married and struggles with the difficult balancing act of family and work, gradually losing her own identity. As responsibilities increase, she tries to keep everyone happy, but her efforts are taken for granted, and the value she brings goes unrecognised. At the point of breakdown, she rediscovers her passion for singing. With the virality of social media, her song becomes a sensation, helping her reclaim her sense of self and liberation.

This musical drama captures the emotional highs and lows of a woman’s journey and makes a heartfelt appeal to society to empower, support, and empathise with the women of today, given the multi-tasking, dynamic roles they play. The theme has been scripted by the Mandal volunteers, with noted Marathi theatre artist Disha Dinde playing the protagonist.

Marking its golden jubilee, Riddhi Siddhi Mandal continues its tradition of addressing social issues through live skits—covering topics such as mental health awareness, family bonding, political party-hopping, collapsing city infrastructure, support for transgenders, and verifying fake news. This year too, the Mandal’s eco-friendly Ganesh murti, crafted with natural components, and its live show have been attracting large crowds.

Dinesh Chindarkar (organiser) said, “Every year, we take up a social cause to spread awareness. This year, we felt it was important to sensitise Mumbaikars about how we often take women for granted, without expressing enough gratitude for the value they add to our daily lives. We also have a strong group of women volunteers who support us during Ganesh Utsav, and we wanted to dedicate this year’s initiative to them. It is also the first time ever that a Ganpati Mandal has introduced a live musical drama.”

Kiran Patel (organiser) added, “In our 50th year, we have showcased 11 different roops (forms) of Lord Ganesha across the 11 days, representing his versatile powers. Our idol is made of tissue paper, alum, and natural gum, making it fully eco-friendly. We also conduct visarjan in an artificial pond to avoid polluting the sea. It is high time we all wake up to the need for environmental conservation.”

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Indian Oil honoured with three prestigious awards—Environment Excellence & Sustainable Development, Women Empowerment, and Global Outreach

Newsmantra — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 13:16:31 +0000

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) was honored with three prestigious awards—Environment Excellence & Sustainable Development, Women Empowerment, and Global Outreach—at the SCOPE Eminence Awards Ceremony, where the accolades were presented by the President of India. Chairman Shri A. S. Sahney received the awards, marking a proud recognition of IOCL’s sustained efforts in sustainability, inclusivity, and global engagement.

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Women Empowerment: Leading with Courage and Conviction – The Inspiring Journey of Ms. Vartika Shukla

Newsmantra — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:06:13 +0000

In a world where stereotypes often hinder progress, the story of Ms. Vartika Shukla, CMD of Engineers India Limited (EIL), stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration. At a time when women are still fighting for equal representation in leadership roles, her journey exemplifies perseverance, determination, and breaking barriers. Dressed elegantly in traditional Indian attire, she commands respect not only through her professional achievements but also by challenging societal norms that confine women to domestic spheres.

Ms. Shukla’s ascent to the top echelons of a prestigious engineering company underscores a vital message: women are capable of leading with strength, intelligence, and grace. Her academic background from IIT Roorkee as a chemical engineer laid the foundation for her remarkable career. Today, she stands tall as a role model, showing young women that their dreams are valid and achievable. Her leadership inspires us to foster an environment where women can excel in STEM fields, take up commanding roles, and contribute significantly to the nation’s progress.

Her story reminds us that empowering women is not just about individual success; it’s about reshaping societal perceptions and creating a future where women’s voices are heard loud and clear in boardrooms, laboratories, and beyond. Let Ms. Shukla’s journey motivate us all to support women’s aspirations and work towards a more inclusive, equitable society.

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PR Professionals wins the title of Best Organisation for Women Empowerment from the Exchange 4 media group.

Newsmantra — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:03:31 +0000

PR Professionals wins the title of Best Organisation for Women Empowerment from the Exchange 4 media group.

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Ms Bhawna, Deputy Manager (Law), NHPC has been conferred the Second Place for ‘Best Women Employee Award’ at the 35th National Meet of Forum of Women in Public Sector (WIPS).

Newsmantra — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 07:11:17 +0000

Faridabad : Ms Bhawna, Deputy Manager (Law), NHPC has been conferred the Second Place for ‘Best Women Employee Award’ in the Executive category at the 35th National Meet of Forum of Women in Public Sector (WIPS).

The award was presented by Atul Sobti, Director General, SCOPE (Standing Conference of Public Enterprises) during the 35th National Meet of Forum of Women in Public Sector (WIPS) held under the aegis of SCOPE at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on February 17th 2025.

The award recognizes Bhawna’s commitment and dedication to NHPC and in maintaining the highest standards of excellence in work. The 35th National Meet of Forum of WIPS was themed ‘Create your own Sunshine’. The Meet aimed at showcasing the achievements of outstanding women in PSUs across India.

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SBI champions women entrepreneurship: Launches skill development program for 5,200 women

Newsmantra — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:09:27 +0000

Bengaluru, January 28, 2025: State Bank of India, the country’s largest bank and the banker to over 21 crore women strengthens its ‘women empowerment’ mission with the launch of a special training program tailored exclusively for women across its 153 Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs). This program that is inaugurated on the occasion of Republic Day is set to benefit approximately 5,200 women candidates. The programme was virtually inaugurated jointly by Shri. Shailesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, (MoRD) and Shri. C. S. Setty, Chairman, SBI. The inauguration ceremony witnessed the presence of SBI’s Managing Director, Shri. Vinay Tonse as well.

The program encompasses 27 diverse training modules, including tailoring, food processing, beauty services, vermiculture, agarbatti/candle making, bee-keeping, jute product manufacturing, soft toy creation, and “One GP, One BC,” among others. Participants will also receive comprehensive guidance on accessing financial assistance and establishing market linkages to ensure the long-term success of their ventures. To inspire and motivate participants, local dignitaries and successful entrepreneurs will share their experiences and insights.

SBI’s RSETIs have been pivotal in promoting self-employment nationwide. Since their inception, these institutes have trained approximately 12.74 lakh candidates through nearly 46,818 training programs, with an impressive 74% of candidates achieving self-employment.

Given the significant contribution of women to India’s GDP of around 18%, ensuring women empowerment has become the need of the hour for the nation.

State Bank of India has significantly aided the entrepreneurship dream of women in India. With a SHG (self-help group) loan portfolio of over ₹50,000 crores, SBI has impacted the lives of over 1 crore women involved in such groups, securing market leadership in this segment. In addition, the participation of females in the total enrolments covered by SBI has been more than 50% under the Social Security Schemes. Further, in terms of CSR, women empowerment has been one of the key focus areas of SBI.

Secretary Department of Rural Development, Sh. Shailesh Kumar Singh highlighted significance of the initiative in advancing the Government vision for inclusive and equitable development. He also commended SBI’s steadfast commitment to rural development and acknowledged the critical role played by SBI’s RSETIs in fostering financial literacy, skill-building, and entrepreneurship among women.

Speaking on this occasion State Bank of India’s Chairman, Shri. C. S. Setty said, “This special training program underscores SBI’s commitment to fostering women empowerment and advancing financial inclusion in its true spirit. It is not only making rural women self-reliant but also is a step towards “Viksit Bharat”. By equipping women with the skills, we aim to support their journey toward economic independence while contributing to the broader goal of nation-building.”

This initiative reflects SBI’s unwavering dedication to empowering women through skill development, enabling them to build sustainable livelihoods and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

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