Vol V Issue I January 2019

GVK MIAL introduces e-boarding pass at T2 for domestic passengers

Taking advantage of the latest technology, GVK MIAL’s CSMIA has become the first airport in the country to have eliminated boarding pass stamping for all domestic airlines operating out of Terminal 2. This is part of the ‘Digi Yatra’ proposed by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security. Passengers travelling within the country from Terminal 2 can now authenticate their boarding pass at the pre- embarkation security checkpoint by scanning the boarding pass barcode or QR code on the mobile phones at the E-gates Reader, using the Live Passenger Dataset. This authentication of boarding pass will eliminate the responsibility of CISF personnel to check and stamp the boarding pass. Thus, it will save their time and improve the overall throughput of the security check procedure. This initiative by GVK CSMIA is a step towards adopting new technology and digitizing the travel experience of passengers, making it hassle-free.

Highlights of GVKonnect

Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy participates in Mumbai Marathon Celebrations

Indonesian delegation visits GVK CSMIA’s T2 CSR activity at Taj Club House

GVK MIAL Daycare Associates’ picnic at Taj Deccan

Training for AIC workers, staff GVK EMRI Assam launches boat ambulances

108 National Savior awards at GVK EMRI In-house training at Shrinagar HEP Significant Days of the Month New Year celebrations at GVK BIO GVK in the Media

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Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy participates in Mumbai Marathon Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, Vice Chairman, GVK and MD of GVK MIAL participated in the Mumbai Marathon on January 20, 2019. He ran the Half Marathon (21 km). The marathon also had participation from 30 employees of GVK MIAL. While 15 of them went for the Half Marathon, 15 took part in the Dream Run (6 km). These two teams were supporting the NGOs, ‘Save The Children India’ (STCI) and Indian Council for Mental Health (ICMH) respectively.

(L to R) Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, Vice Chairman, GVK and Managing Director, GVK MIAL; Mr. N Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons and Mr. Anil Ambani, Chairman, Reliance ADA Group at the Mumbai Marathon

Mr. R. K. Jain at Global Aviation Summit Mr. R. K. Jain, CEO, GVK MIAL was among the distinguished speakers at the panel discussion held on the topic ‘Aviation Financing’. The panel discussion was part of the Global Aviation Summit held at Mumbai on January 15-16, 2019. Besides Mr. Jain, the other dignitaries in the panel discussion included Mr. Siddharth Kapur, Executive Director, GMR Airports; Mr. V Thulasidas, CEO, Kannur International Airport Ltd; Mr. Emmanuel Menanteau, Co-CEO, Kansai Airport; Mr. Prasad Gadkari, Head-Strategic Investment, NIIF; Mr. Bruno Benveniste, VP, Nordic Aviation Capital and Mr. Ajay Singh, CMD, Spicejet. The panel discussion was moderated by Mr. Stefano Baronci, Director of Economics, Airports Council International (ACI) World. The panel discussed new regulatory and financing models developed around the world. The participants also presented their perspective on economic and commercial models that ensure viability, predictability and stability to bolster the growth of the aviation sector. www.gvk.com

GVK MIAL conducts session on UIDAI-Aadhaar

The Learning and Development team at GVK MIAL conducted a two-hour session on ‘Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) – Aadhaar’ on January 16, 2019, for the employees. The session was conducted by Dr. Sanjay Chahande, Deputy Director General of UIDAI, Mumbai, heading the Western Region. The session covered Aadhaar, its features and applications. It was very well received by the participants. The UIDAI is a statutory authority established under the provisions of the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016 on July 12, 2016, by the Government of India, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

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GVK AIRPORTS Indonesian delegation visits GVK CSMIA’s T2 A 15-member delegation from Angkasa Pura Airports, Ministry of Transportation, Indonesia, visited GVK CSMIA on December 17 and 18, 2018. Ms. Devy Suradji, Director, Marketing & Services, Angkasa Pura Airports and other team members were impressed with the in-depth expertise and the various initiatives undertaken by GVK MIAL in transforming the airport to global standards. GVK, in partnership with Angkasa Pura Airports, has transformed commercial facilities at Bali Airport to make it the number one airport in the world in its category as per ACI passenger survey rankings in 2017. Its commercial revenue also grew manifold in the past five years. GVK is planning to act as long term partner to the Government of Indonesia to transform their airports.

AirAsia launches flights on www.gvk.com Mumbai-Bengaluru route

Air Asia India launched daily direct flights between Mumbai and Bengaluru from January 15, 2019. Air Asia was launched in June 2014. Tata Sons and Malaysian no-frills carrier, AirAsia Berhad hold a 51 and 49 per cent stake respectively in the airline.

GVK MIAL releases Health & Safety Bulletin The Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) department of GVK MIAL recently released the January, 2019 issue of its Health & Safety Bulletin. It carries two specialized articles. The article on ‘Safety on Roads’ discusses the rules to be followed by drivers and pedestrians. It also discusses the road safety guidelines at the Airside/Airport to make people aware of the traffic rules and persuade them to follow rules while on road. The other article, ‘Hazards of Working Outdoors’ discusses the ill-effects of working in an open atmosphere and preventive measures that need to be taken.

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GVK AIRPORTS GVK MIAL Daycare The Learning Curve, GVK MIAL daycare, conducted various activities in the month of January, 2019. While the theme of the month was ‘Winter’ the daycare also celebrated and Republic Day with religious and patriotic fervour. In an effort to provide daycare facilities to the women employees of GVK MIAL, a crèche was started at Terminal 1 of GVK CSMIA. The crèche is managed by some of the best professionals in the industry led by Ms. Ramani Jayaram Sharma, Corporate Daycare Manager who holds a post-graduate degree in Food and Nutrition with an ICAR Fellowship. She is assisted by Ms. Simmie Karmarkar, Centre Head and Ms. Priyanka Modi, Teacher. The crèche can accommodate a maximum of 15 children. www.gvk.com

Skin & Hair OPD at GVK MIAL The Medical Services Department of GVK MIAL organized a Free Skin & Hair OPD for all stakeholders on January 21, 2019 at T1 Airport Medical Centre. In all 14 staff from GVK MIAL and Siemens took benefit of the OPD and consulted Dr Vandana Punjabi, Dermatologist, Trichologist & Cosmetologist from Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital.

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Training for AIC workers, staff The Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) department of GVK MIAL conducted training for AIC workers and staff for the work to strengthen and widen the taxiway Echo-1 at Runway 32. The purpose behind conducting this training was to create awareness among the workers as regards the work, the PPEs required etc.

GVK ENERGY Safety programme at Goindwal Sahib TPP

The safety department of Goindwal Sahib TPP in association with M/s. Globus Engineers organized a ‘Safety Mela.’ Mr. Deepak Kumar, Safety Officer, M/s. Globus Engineers conducted the programme while Mr. Vikash Chandra Shukla, Plant Head, delivered a speech on maintaining safety at the workplace. The workers also enacted a short drama on the issue and demonstrated the safety practices while performing their duties. www.gvk.com

Knowledge sharing session at Jegurupadu CCPP The safety department of Jegurupadu CCPP organized a knowledge sharing session on January 24, 2019. Mr. R. Srinivasu, Dy Manager (Safety) shared the inputs on “Factories Act: Important Safety Provisions Applicable”. The staff and workers participated in the session.

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In-house training at Shrinagar HEP The HR department of GVK Alaknanda Hydro Power Company Ltd conducted an in-house training programme for the employees. The training was imparted in three batches with around 20 employees in each batch and the training for the third batch was held on January 25, 2019. Mr. A. C. Sahoo, General Manager (HR) imparted training on ‘Managing conflict.’

Shrinagar HEP generates over 5,089 mn Go Goindwal units of electricity The GVK Goindwal Sahib TPP generated over The GVK Alaknanda Hydro Power Company Ltd has 416 million units of electricity in January, 2018. generated and transmitted over 5,089 million units of Goindwal Sahib Thermal Power Plant is a 540 MW electricity since it commenced operations in April, 2015. www.gvk.com (2X270 MW) thermal power project located near Shrinagar HEP is a run-of-the-river 330 MW Hydro Goindwal Sahib Village, District Tarn Taran in the Electric Project and is located in Tehri/Pauri Garhwal state of Punjab. District of Uttarakhand on the Alaknanda river.

GVK TRANSPORTATION Workshop at Jaipur-Kishangarh Expressway As part of the continuous workshop on road safety for route and security team, a refresher training was conducted at the Jaipur-Kishangarh Expressway toll plaza. Mr. Ravi Kumar C, Manager and Mr. Pyare Lal Nehra, Supervisor conducted the workshop.

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GVK BIO New Year celebrations at GVK BIO GVK BIO ushered in 2019 with ‘Upbeat 2018’. The New Year celebration had a common theme across all the locations -- One GVK BIO. At Hyderabad, a live band ‘Dil Se’ performed and entertained the teams, followed by a DJ session. The CEO and other executive committee members participated in the event and wished all the employees. At Bangalore and Visakhapatnam, the employees celebrated New Year with a DJ on the dance floor.

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Photography exhibition www.gvk.com at GVK ONE GVK ONE Mall organized a photography exhibition of Indian birds. Through this activity, an effort was made to make people aware of various species of birds existing in India and the world. Ms. Tejdeep Kaur Menon, Director General of Police was the chief guest for the exhibition.

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Republic Day Celebrations

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Shrinagar HEP Deoli-Kota Expressways www.gvk.com

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Republic Day Celebrations

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GVK HOSPITALITY Taj Club House CSR activity

As part of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), 10 volunteers from Taj Club House served 120 inmates of CMS Orphanage at Kilpauk, near Chennai. A sumptuous New Year lunch, including cakes and desserts, was also served to the inmates. The children enjoyed the lunch and expressed gratitude towards the hotel management for showing concern for the downtrodden and underprivileged in the society.

Taj Krishna

Gemba Walk www.gvk.com As part of its safety awareness drive, the HR team from Taj Krishna has been organizing weekly Gemba walk with the senior leadership and members of the safety council. The Gemba walk is an essential part of the Lean management philosophy. Its initial purpose is to allow managers and leaders to observe the actual work process, engage with employees, gain knowledge about the work process and explore opportunities for continuous improvement. The walk at the hotel is focused on continuous improvement as regards safety. The team goes through the designated area for the week and looks at multiple ways of improving the safety and process mechanism. The concerned departments then make changes and implement the action plan resulting in an even safer workplace.

New Year bash The New Year bash at Taj Krishna was all about dance, DJ and delicious food. On January 10, 2019, all associates were treated to some fabulous music by DJ Daman Sardar. The dance floor to groove to the foot-tapping music and delicious food was also part of the celebrations. The associates were asked to show their style of dressing with a theme of red for the ladies and black for the men.

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GVK HOSPITALITY Taj Deccan Associates’ picnic Taj Deccan Hyderabad organized an Associates’ picnic at one of the nearby places, Leonia Resort. The Associates were divided into two groups and buses were organized to take them to the venue. Just as the bus took off so did the enthusiasm of the Associates who began their picnic with cheering, song, dance and music and a lot of chatter. The HR team was already present at the resort to give the group a warm welcome and a brief about the resort and various activities available at the resort. It was a day for the sportsmen too as there was badminton and volleyball and for the more adventurous there was go-carting and bungee jumping. Lunch was a lavish spread of a variety of choices and everyone was clearly seen enjoying their meal after heavy activities of swimming, dancing and other tedious play.

Taj Santacruz Taj Santacruz welcomes new GM Taj Santacruz welcomed a new General Manager, Mr. Ritesh Sharma. Mr. Sharma succeeds Mr. Pankaj Sampat, who has been appointed as Area Director - Sri Lanka, Maldives and Malaysia and Head - Taj Asia Limited (TAL) and Taj Safaris Limited (TSL). On January 16, 2019, Mr. Sharma and Mr. Sampat were invited to jointly cut the anniversary cake. To honour them, an exclusive town hall meeting was organized the following day. Mr. Sampat also cut the farewell cake and reminisced his association with Taj Santacruz. www.gvk.com

Vivanta By Taj

Honesty at work Vivanta By Taj recently hosted a marriage event. In the excitement and rush, a guest dropped two envelopes which had Rs. 3000 cash each. Mr. Rakesh from Housekeeping team was covering his shift in the public area when he saw these envelopes and quickly reported to his manager about the same. The envelopes were immediately returned to the guest to his utter delight! Mr. Rakesh was felicitated for his honesty and maintaining the Taj values.

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GVK EMRI GVK EMRI Assam launches boat ambulances Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Mr. Ramdas Athawale launched a High Speed Boat Ambulance service on January 17, 2019 at Uzirar Char, Barpeta, Assam in the presence of Mr. Ashim Chetia, Special Consultant NHM, Mr. Sanjay Kumar Jha, VP (Operations) GVK EMRI and other dignitaries.

Training program at GVK EMRI Telangana GVK EMRI 1962 Telangana conducted a doctors’ training programme at Warangal. After the training, the attending doctors were taken on a visit to a ‘Gaushala’ for assessing the condition of the sick cattle. Dr. Rohith, Project Head of 1962 and Dr. Srinivas from Animal Husbandry Department imparted the training. Mr. Prabhakar Bathula was the Program Manager along with Dr. Hidayath and Mr. Laxman Marija, Executive. www.gvk.com

GVK EMRI Gujarat launches new ambulances

GVK EMRI Gujarat launched 30 new 108 ambulances at a function held on January 7, 2018. The ambulances were launched by the Gujarat Chief Minister Mr. Vijay Rupani and Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Nitin Patel in the presence of senior ministers and government officials. At the outset, a demonstration of the ambulances was also conducted by the COO, GVK EMRI Gujarat while the keys were handed over to the Pilots by the dignitaries.

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GVK EMRI 108 National Savior awards In an effort to give a boost to the employees, GVK EMRI conducts a review of its operations across all states. During the National Review Meeting (NRM), awards were presented to the outstanding performers and they were felicitated by our Founder and Chairman, Dr. GVK Reddy. The winners for the last quarter included GVK EMRI Gujarat 108 Associate, Mr. Chandrakant Thakar; GVK EMRI Meghalaya 108 Associate, Ms. Ibanrilang Nongsiej; GVK EMRI Meghalaya108 Associate, Mr. Donald Kharsunai; GVK EMRI Uttarakhand 108 Associate, Mr. Amrish Kumar; GVK EMRI Uttarakhand 108 Associate, Mr. Shekhar Kumar; GVK EMRI Uttar Pradesh 108 Associate, Mr. Amit Kumar Diwakar; GVK EMRI Uttar Pradesh 108 Associate, Mr. Ashwani Kumar; GVK EMRI Assam 108 Associate, Mr. Noor Mohammad Alam; GVK EMRI Assam 108 Associate, Mr. Sekender Ali; GVK EMRI Telangana 108 Associate, Mr. Gunda Vara Sankararao and GVK EMRI Telangana 108 Associate, Mr. Suryanarayana Raju. www.gvk.com

Dignitaries visit GVK EMRI Gujarat Mr. Yusupaliev Bakhodir Kakhramanovich, First Deputy Minister of Health of the Republic of Uzbekistan along with Dr. Kamoliddin Davlatov, Leading Specialist of Ministry of Health, Republic of Uzbekistan visited the GVK EMRI Gujarat office at Ahmedabad on January 18, 2019. Mr. Subodh Satyawadi, Mr. Kumar Ramalingam and Mr. Jashvant Prajapati from GVK EMRI Gujarat welcomed the dignitaries and explained the various activities carried on by GVK EMRI Gujarat.

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Significant Days of the Month

World Cancer Day- February 4 World Cancer Day is observed on February 4 every year to raise awareness about the dreaded disease, its timely detection, treatment and prevention. To commemorate the day, many health institutions conduct programmes across the country. The organizations and individuals across the world unite to raise awareness about cancer and work to make it a global health priority. Every year, more than 8 million people die of cancer worldwide.

World Radio Day – February 13 Every year, February 13 is observed as World Radio Day that celebrates radio as a way of educating people, providing information and promoting freedom of expression across cultures. Despite being over 100 years old, radio is one of the most popular means of exchanging information, providing social interchange and educating people all over the world. The first World Radio Day was officially celebrated in 2012.

Shiv Jayanti – February 19 www.gvk.com Shiv Jayanti or the birthday of Maharaj is widely celebrated on February 19. Jijabai and Shahaji Bhonsle named their son Shivaji after the local Goddess Shivai. He was instrumental in uniting the Maratha warriors from Maval, Konkan and Desh regions. He is remembered for his military prowess and civil administration.

Taj Mahotsav –February 18-27 Held annually in the historic city of Agra, the Taj Mahotsav is one of the most spectacular and celebrated events in the Indian calendar. Organized by Uttar Pradesh Tourism, this festival pays respect to the matchless cultural heritage of the state and the country as a whole. The visitors get to see a variety of art forms, from classical to folk etc.

National Science Day – February 28 National Science Day is celebrated in India on February 28 every year to honour the discovery of Raman Effect by Indian physicist Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman on this day in 1930. For his discovery, Sir C. V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930. National Science Day is celebrated as one of the major science festivals during which students from schools, colleges and science institutions from across the country demonstrate projects as well as the latest researches.

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