“Whatever we produce, test or process, we must ensure that it meets the highest standards of quality,” said Mr. Alok Verma, Director In – Charge, Rourkela Steel Plant while speaking at the programme organised at SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) on 9th November, 2026 to mark the commencement of the World Quality Week observation. The event was organised at the Safety, Quality and Environment Corner of the scenic ‘Shilpa Konark’ enclave near the Main Gate of the Plant. Mr. B K Giri, ED (MD-CMLO), Mr. Dilip Mishra, ED (MM), Mr. Biswaranjan Palai, ED (Works), Mr. M P Singh, ED (Mines), Mr. S Palchowdhury, ED (Projects), Mr. Manas Ranjan Rath, CGM (HR) with additional charge of ED (HR), Dr. Jayant Acharya, CMO In-Charge (M&HS), many CGMs, Senior Officers, and employees of the Steel Plant were present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Mr. Verma emphasised that quality is the foundation of customer trust, which can only be earned and sustained through consistency. Highlighting the close link between quality and safety, he remarked, “A product that does not meet the required quality standards can pose safety risks. Hence, quality consciousness must be an integral part of our work culture, just as safety is.”
He further urged employees to ensure that every product manufactured by RSP is competitive in terms of quality and meets the expectations of customers in an increasingly demanding market. Underscoring the importance of individual accountability, he added, “The quality of our processes and systems is reflected in the way we perform our duties, particularly when nobody is watching.”
Earlier, the Director In-Charge unfurled the Quality Flag. The Quality pledge was administered to the employees in Odia by Mr. Biswaranjan Palai, in Hindi by Mr. Manas Rath, and in English by Mr. S Palchowdhury.
Ms. Jyoti Oreya, AGM (HR-L&D) anchored the program and proposed a formal vote of thanks. Leaflets on QMS were distributed and quality badges were adorned by all to mark the occasion. The event was coordinated by the HR-L&D Business Excellence team.
