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VOL. XXXIX, ISSUE 1st JULY 2017 Corporate Message IN THIS ISSUE Dear colleagues, Our Sukinda and Mahagiri Mines which stopped operations on 10th of April, reopened on 23rd June after remedial measures. The additional pollution control measures including system for mechanized EVENTS wheel washing of lorries, improved storm water management etc. have set a new benchmark for the Sukinda chromite zone. In spite of the 2 months mining disruptions, ferro chrome productions in the quarter is more than 50,000 mt, to fully take care of customer commitments. Company's first major initiative in renewable energy is now a reality. The 3 MW solar power facility has been successfully commissioned at Therubali on 21st of June and is operating smoothly. We are already working to expand solar capacity at Therubali and exploring more greenfield solar generation. As leaders in ferro alloys industry in the ACHIEVEMENT country, we are conscious of our responsibility towards sustainability and consider environment protection as an yardstick of quality.

With Best Wishes

(Jayant Misra) Director Corporate & COO TOUCHING LIVES

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World Environment Day At Choudwar celebration of the World Environment Day on 5th June 2017 began with Pravat-pheri (morning procession) by children, displaying eco-friendly messages through placards. Environmental pledge was administered by Mr. Dilip Dash, Regional Officer, State Pollution Control Board, Cuttack, Mr. N H Babu, Sr. GM Mfg(FA) & Mr L K Mohapatra, GM (Operation), Power Plant. Competitions were organized to promote awareness on environment. The programme concluded with the prize distribution and an audio-visual show.

At Therubali Students of ITI, IMPHAL Campus High School, IMFA UP School, Chinmaya Vidyalaya and employees went in a procession displaying banners and posters to spread awareness on environment conservation and causes of degradation. A plantation drive was undertaken by employees. Mr D.B. Sethi, Regional Officer-in Charge, SPCB, Rayagada and Chief Guest administered the Environment Oath. Mr R R Mohanty, GM (HR & Admin) spoke on this year's theme "Connecting People with Nature; A Reunion Long Deserved.'' Mr R.N.Praharaj VP-Mfg (FA) emphasized on everybody's role in saving the environment. Mr Dinesh K Mohanty, Sr Mgr (QC) presented the Environment Report. A play "Ama Abhilasa Sustha Paribesh" written and directed by Mr S K Tripathy Asst Mgr- Production was staged by the employees.

At the Mines (SMC/MMC ) students and teachers from nearby schools along with Mahagiri Enclave ladies club members and children participated in the program. Various activities like Plantation, competitions in debate, essay- writing, drawing etc were organized. Winners were awarded by Mr P K Dey DGM Civil, Mr L Mahapatra Mines Mgr SMC & Sri M K Pati Mines Mgr MMC elaborated on the need for environment conservation.

May Day: CDR "May Day" was celebrated on 1st May '17 at our Staff Club premises. Mr Laxmidhar Rath, Asst Labour Commissioner, Cuttack was the Chief Guest and Mr Banamali Mohapatra, Dist. Labour Officer, Cuttack was the Guest of Honour. Mr B N Mohapatra, Head – PBU & EIC, Mr A K Mishra, GM ( HR & Admin) and Mr S K Nayak, representative of Shramik Pratinidhi Mandali, addressed the employees. Mr G V Rakesh, Chief coordinator offered vote of thanks. Prizes for debate, quiz and best suggestion, were given away. A Meena bazar was organized by employees & families along with a colourful Opera Rally. alankar 3 EVENTS

Strategic Leadership Retreat at Puri A Strategic Leadership Retreat was organised at Puri from 4th-7th May 2017, for the Leadership Team of IMFA. The objective was to create a platform for teaming and bonding with the next level management team & retrospection of Senior Management Team on the company's culture, growth strategy and discussing the status of TORI Initiatives (Trust, Openness, Realization and Interdependence). Mr. Subhrakant Panda, MD and Mr Jayant Misra, Director Corporate & COO were present during the brainstorming sessions on development processes & future directions of IMFA. The programme was organised in association with Amarthi Consulting, Hyderabad. Sanjay Upendram, CEO & Co-Founder of Amarthi Consulting conducted the programme.

Utkal Divas: THV Utkal Divas, the foundation day of the state of Odisha, was celebrated at IMFA Employees' Club on 1st April, 2017. Mr Dyuti Chandra Sahu, renowned speaker from Rayagada and the Chief Guest narrated anecdotes from the history of Odisha's freedom struggle. Mr R N Praharaj, VP-Mfg (FA) chaired the meeting, Mr R R Mohanty, President of the Club delivered welcome address. Children of the colony enthralled everybody with scintillating dance numbers. Prizes were given to winners of indoor games and participants of dance programs.

At Mines (SMC & MMC) all the inmates of Mahagiri Enclave including employees, Mahila Samaj members & children celebrated " Utkal Divas " . The highlight of the day was discussions and deliberations on contribution of legendry Odia figures to the birth of Odisha as an independent state in 1936. 4 alankar ACHIEVEMENT

3MWp Solar Power Plant Inaugurated by MD: THV Mr Subhrakant Panda, MD formally inaugurated the much awaited 3MWp Solar Power Plant on 4th July, 2017 at Therubali in presence of Mr Prem Khandelwal, CFO & CS, Mr Deepak Kumar Mohanty, VP, Head FA (BU), Mr Bijayananda Mohapatra, SVP, Head - Power BU & EIC CDR & other IMFA executives. Earlier the Solar Power Plant was switched-on on 21.06.2017 by Mr R N Praharaj VP-Mfg(FA) after traditional puja rituals in presence of GRIDCO representatives and employees.

IMFA Receives "Economics Times-KPMG - 2-Good 4-Good" Commendation for CSR The Economic Times, along with KPMG in India as a knowledge partner has created the "ET 2-Good 4-Good", which is a certification scheme that certifies organizations based on their CSR performance, CSR process and Systems. IMFA receives Corporate Social Responsibility Distinction in Corporate Governance, Strategy and Reporting (2015-16). Mr T C Hota, Executive Vice President, BIPF received the certificate of commendation from Mr Jaco Cillier, Country Director UNDP, and Mr. Akhil Bansal, Deputy CEO, India, KPMG at a formal function held at New Delhi on 19/July/2017.

IMFA Receives Certificate of Appreciation from Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS): THV Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS), Rayagada celebrated World Red Cross Day on 08.05.2017. On this occasion IMFA, Therubali was honored by IRCS for voluntary contribution to IRCS and help extended during Train Accident (Hirakhanda Express) near Rayagada. On behalf of IMFA, Mr A. C. Swain, Sr Mgr - Personnel and Mr S.P. Panigrahi Mgr-PR received certificates and mementoes from the Collector - cum- Chairman, IRCS, Rayagada. alankar 5 HSE

Fire Safety Week: THV Fire Safety Week was held at THV from 14th -20th April, 2017 to create awareness inside & outside the plant. Oral quiz competitions for employees & Therubali Pvt ITI (TPITI) students were conducted and prizes were distributed. The program including demonstration on operation of Fire extinguishers & fire hydrant system for employees, training on fire fighting for non-executives and students of TPITI and were conducted by Mr P.K. Rath Mgr-Security & Mr Bijayendra Pradhan, Asst. Mgr-HSE & Comp. Banners & Posters on the theme "Fireman - Your Partner for Saving Life & Property" were displayed at different locations.

Observation of International Yoga Day On the 'International Yoga Day' a special Yoga session was conducted by Bharatiya Yog Sansthan on 21st June 2017 at CHQ. Yoga experts Sri Suresh Kumar Mohapatra, President & Shri. Reddy, Member, State Board, Bharatiya Yog Sansthan, Odisha Prant conducted a workshop and emphasized on the value of Healthy Living- Happy Living. 6 alankar QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

Ferro Alloys Business Unit : Choudwar

Arrest of Oil Leakage from Single Phase Furnace Transformer at Unit – II.

Oil used to leak from secondary bushings of furnace transformer at Unit-II due to failure of bushing and its seal under temperature. We removed 60 secondary bushings & seals with 12 plate raiser type arrangement without changing the overall dimensions to fix the copper flexible between secondary side of transformer and bus-tube plate. The modification was carried out during winding repair of transformer. After the modification the transformer is in operation and no oil leakage is found on secondary side.

Secondary bushing type Riser type arrangement

Copper flexible

BEFORE AFTER

Reduce Failure of GCP-2 Dust Hopper Electrical Heater Electrical heating arrangement is provided on dust hoppers of each filter bag chamber of GCP-2 for free flow of dust discharged from bags. Frequent breakdown of electrical heaters were due to ingress of dust & choking of dust in hoppers. It was decided to introduce a timer in the circuit of hopper heaters for intermittent Switch-Off without affecting the performance of dust flow from hoppers of GCP-2. This reduced heater failure and manual cleaning and fugitive emission.

Timer

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Power Business Unit: Choudwar Cleaning of Weeds at Chasapada Pump House: CDR Earlier suction line of individual pumps were getting jammed with weeds and silt during running due to suction. Cleaning manually posed HSE hazards. This was modified by connecting a line from discharge header to individual pump with isolation valve. Now cleaning is done by back flushing ensuring ease of operation and reduced HSE hazards.

BEFORE AFTER

Improved Performance of Clarifloculator Sludge Pit Pumps at 120 MW. Existing airline was modified for equal distribution of fluidising air for both the pump suction strainer which has resulted in stopping frequent choking of strainers ,reduced maintenance cost and increased availability of pumps.

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Cooling Water -line Improvement of Boiler-1 to 4 ID Fan Motor in 108 MW PP. During replacement of existing imported ID fan motor with indigenous one, the motor cooling water lines had to be cut and rewelded to suit the actual orientation of cooling water lines. The rigid pipelines are replaced with flexible hoses to avoid repeated cutting and welding, and for faster revival of Boilers.

BEFORE AFTER

Design Change in 30 MW PP Earlier the protection shield on embedded tubes used to come out from its position due to fluidising effect and was exposed to bed material and coal which resulted in erosion of tubes. This was replaced with Studded embedded tubes and special grade of refractory was applied over them for protection against erosion.

AFTER MODIFICATION

Studded embedded tubes Studded embedded tubes with refractory alankar 9 QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

Mines Business Unit : SMC & MMC Sprinkler System In the mining industry controlling air born dust is a challenge. Earlier it was controlled through mobile water sprinkling tankers on haul roads and benches. This was a cumbersome process due continuous vehicle movement, limited area coverage and lengthy time. For increased efficiency we have installed a 3.1 km fixed automatic sprinkler system on our mines haulage road at the Sukinda & Mahagiri Mines. This is the firstof its kind initiative in the Sukinda Mining Valley.

Wheel Washing Unit To eliminate slurry material spill-over on public roads by mineral transporting trucks in our mines area we have installed the first wheel washing system in the Sukinda valley. This fully automated system will wash wheels of trucks carrying minerals thereby preventing pollution.

Laying of Geo-Membrane in Settling Pits To minimize the cost impact and save time in constructing impervious pits in our mines area we have adopted the innovative method of using geo-membrane sheets instead. This innovative practice for environment management is 60% cheaper than constructing impervious pits and is the first of its kind in the Sukinda valley.

OFC Link -Admin Bldg to 30MT Weighbridge OFC data link has been commissioned between systems and 30 MT SMC Weighbridge. It is in addition to existing wireless data link. Earlier during thunder storm and lightning internet communication used to fail causing despatch and other important activity to halt. The OFC data link will provide uninterrupted Internet Communication at SMC/MMC. 10 alankar TOUCHING LIVES

Bansidhar & Ila Panda Foundation Activities

4th Shambhavi Puraskar The prestigious Shambhavi Puraskar 2017 was conferred upon Mr Hari Sankar Rout at a formal function held on 16th April 2017 at Bhubaneswar. Chief Guest, Mr Rajiv Pratap Rudy, Hon'ble Union Minister of State for Skill Development& Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge), Govt. of India, and Guest of Honour Prof Swapan Kumar Datta, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Visva- Bharati University, Santiniketan, West Bengal, presented the award to Mr Rout. The recipient Mr Hari Sankar Rout, an Engineer by profession, has been working in the most inaccessible pockets of Kandhamal district of Odisha, on Natural Resource Management (NRM) and livelihood promotion of marginalised communities. His significant contribution is the installation of a 7.5 KW micro-hydroelectric project, diverting water from Bhim Jharan stream through pipeline to Dangarpadar village of Tumudibandha Block. This ensures 24 hours electricity supply, water supply. As Founder Secretary of Social Welfare Agency & Training Institute (SWATI) he ensures livelihood promotion of primitive tribal groups in Kandhamal area. Hon'ble Minister Mr Rudy congratulated Mr Rout for his contribution to society and expressed his deep appreciation for BIPF for instituting the Shambhavi Puraskar which acts as a game changer in inspiring more people to be benevolent. Speaking on the occasion Ms Shaifalika Panda, CEO, BIPF said “We are privileged to recognize Mr Rout's vision, innovative thinking and ability to lead systematic implementation of holistic solutions in tribal villages with sustainable impact.” The Shambhavi Puraskar winner is selected by an independent and eminent Jury panel with representatives from NGOs, civil society, media and BIPF. The award carries a trophy, citation and a cash prize of Rs 2.5 lakh. The function was attended by a large number of representatives from various sectors including NGO's, social workers, Govt. officials, and corporate houses. alankar 11 TOUCHING LIVES

Prof Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship for 2016 The 12th Prof Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship was awarded to six meritorious students from Odisha, pursuing professional degree courses in different disciplines. The selected students will get 90% of academic fees and related expenses for the entire duration of the course with an annual limit of Rs 1,00,000/-. Anwesha Anurupa Dhal from Upper Telenga Bazar, Cuttack, Debaprasad Biswal from Bantara Jajpur, Subhrajyoti Jena from Sanatihada, Jagatsinghpur, Tapas Kumar Sar from Rasol, Dhenkanal, Punyashloka Panda from Rourkela, Sundargarh and Amindra Khilla, from Maliguda, Koraput received the scholarship for 2016. Anwesha and Debaprasad are pursuing MBBS at MKCG Medical College & Hospital, Berhampur & VSS Institute of Medical Science & Research, Burla, Sambalpur respectively. Similarly, Mr Jena, Mr Sar, Mr Panda & Mr Khilla are doing B.Tech at NIT, Rourkela, VSSUT, Burla, IIT, Dharwad and CET, Bhubaneswar respectively. Mr Subhrakant Panda, MD & CEO, IMFA presented the scholarships to the students in presence of Ms Shaifalika Panda, CEO, BIPF, Mr Jayant Misra, Director -Corporate & COO, IMFA and Mr T C Hota, Exec. VP, BIPF. Instituted in 2005, the scholarship is an effort to provide financial assistance to promote professional education among students from economically marginalized families.

MoU Signed With L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad for ‘BIPF-LVPEI Vision Centre’ On 18th May 2017 IMFA signed a MoU with HEI (Hyderabad Eye Institute) a trust of L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, for opening a vision center named “BIPF-LVPEI Vision Centre” at our Therubali dispensary premises to provide specialized eye-care to people in the area. The MoU was signed in presence of nationally renowned eye-specialist Dr Tara Prasad Das, Vice Chairperson, LVPEI, Hyderabad, Mr R N Praharaj, VP, Therubali, Mr T C Hota, EVP, BIPF and senior executives of IMFA.

Project Unnati Life Skill Training on MCH (Maternal & Child Health) At Sukinda life skill training on Maternal & Child Health was organized with support from AWWs & ASHAs. : timely registration of pregnancy, importance of balanced diet, danger signs, precautions & checkup during pregnancy, Ante Natal Care (ANC), preparation for delivery (Home and Institutional), Post Natal Care (PNC), birth registration, immunization, role of ASHAs & AWWs at community level & knowledge about 108 (Toll Free No ) Health service in emergency.

Distribution of School bags School bags were distributed on 20th March 2017 to 100 students of Sri Aurobindo Purnanga Sikhyakendra, Rangamatia, Chingudipal in presence of Sri Nilendra Pradhan, Sarapanch, Rangamatia, Smt Bhagabati Mohanta, Ex-Block Chairperson, IMFA & BIPF employees. 12 alankar TOUCHING LIVES

Project Unnati Interpersonal Communication (IPC) on Water & Sanitation Interpersonal Communication (IPC) activities on Water & Sanitation was carried out in villages in the buffer zone of Sukinda. IMFA employees & community mobilizers apprised villagers on importance of cleanliness and safe drinking water, motivated villagers for construction & use of toilet, hand wash practices etc. as well as Communities' role & responsibility for convergence with government support services related to Swachh Bharat Mission

Promotion of Green Manure for Sustainable Agriculture: Choudwar A training session was held on the use of “Dhaincha “ as green manure on 29th June 2017 at Kochila Nuagaon & Berena village of Mangarajpur GP under Tangi-Choudwar block in partnership with & support from block level Dept. of Agriculture & Farmers Empowerment, Govt. of Odisha. Green manure, while it decomposes, improves the soil and “Dhaincha” is a popularly grown green manure crop as it adds about 10 to 20 tons of green material per hectare and nitrogen to the soil, reduces expenditure burden of chemical fertilizers. The session 'Dhaincha seeds' were distributed to 37 farmers of two villages. Madhuban Bihan Udyoga by Maa Thanapati SHG Maa Thanapati SHG, Madhuban village, Nuasahi, promoted by BIPF started "Madhuban Bihan Udyoga"-a retail shop for subsidized seeds, saplings, organic manure, fertilizers & pesticides with support from Dept of Agriculture & Farmers Empowerment, GoO. Vegetable Cultivation is a common livelihood practice around Nuasahi. This will encourage other farmers for agriculture and around 5000 farmers of 24 villages of Hatadihi block, Keonjhar will be benefitted. The Centre was inaugurated on 27th June 2017 in presence of Mrs. Padmini Naik, Naib-Sarpanch of Hadgarh, Dr LP Mohanty, DGM, G K Pattanayak, Sr Mgr, Personnel, S K Mohapatra, Asst Mgr, PR & S K Upadhyaya, Asst Mgr BIPF.

Drinking Water Supply: Sukinda Drinking water supplied through two mobile tankers to 15 villages of Dudhujori GP, Sukinda block to address problems of water scarcity during the summer months. It continued for 60 days in summer till mid-June.

Tube Wells Repaired: Sukinda Tube wells were repaired in nearby villages of buffer zone at Sukinda to ensure continuous drinking water supply to the communities. Block rural water resources department, Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI) Members and Sarapanch also extended support. alankar 13 TOUCHING LIVES

Deep Bore Well: Sukinda One deep bore well has been dug at Icchapur Village, Dudhujori GP. Civil construction, electrification & overhead tank work is in progress to complete this drinking water project.

Drinking Water Project :Therubali Drinking water project at Adivasi Sahi, Therubali was inaugurated by Sri Jagannath Sarka, Hon'ble MLA Bisamcuttack. Other dignitaries present were Sri B Tirupati , District VP, BJD, Mrs S Himirika, Zila Parisad Member, and Sarapanchas of, Therubali GP, Keliguda GP , Kartikaguda GP, Khedapada GP, Dumuriguda GP and Mr Tejraj Nag, Vice-Chairman of Kolnara Block. Hon'ble MLA Bisamcuttack dedicated the project to the residents of Adivasi Sahi which will supply potable water to 150 families.

Other CSR Activities Awareness Campaign on ‘Water & Sanitation’ & ‘Maternal & Child Health’: Sukinda The onset of monsoons often brings with it occurrence of water-borne diseases in remote areas mostly affecting children. As a preventive measure, BIPF organized awareness campaigns on ‘Water & Sanitation’ & ‘Maternal & Child Health’ at different locations of Sukinda block with participation of employees under ‘Employee Volunteer Programme’.

Relief Provided to Fire Victims Relief was provided to fire victims of Kusumundia village of Ransol GP& Chirgunia village of Kaliapani GP. Grocery items, utensils, clothes & asbestos sheets were given to the families as immediate help. This was widely appreciated by the local community of Sukinda mining zone.

International Yoga Day International Yoga Day was celebrated at BIPF Sukinda ITI and skill centers at Choudwar & JK Pur to promote wellness among the trainees. Yoga sessions were aimed at Healthy Living- Happy Living. 14 alankar SPECTRUM

MD's Visit : SMC & MMC Mr Subhrakant Panda, MD IMFA, Sri Jayant K Misra, COO and Sri Sanjeev Das, Head Mining Business Unit visited Sukinda and Mahagiri Mines on 26th June'17. Honourable MLA , Sukinda, Sri Priti Ranjan Gharai was also present on the occasion. Presiding over a meeting of Union branch committee and Senior Executives of SMC/MMC Mr Subhrakant Panda expressed his gratitude to the employees for their cooperation during CTO revocation of the mines and subsequent effort with the Govt Administration to reinstate it. He also congratulated all the employees for the success of the SMC-Public Hearing and also for Sukinda Mines being selected for the "Hindustan Zinc Health & Safety Award "(2016-17) from FIMI (Federation of Indian Mineral Industries).

MD's Visit :THV During his visit to Therubali Mr Subhrakant Panda, MD interacted with all executives and worker representatives. He also met with the peace committee members who conveyed their gratitude to the MD and assured their wholehearted cooperation for the peace and tranquility of the locality. MD also visited the plant and went to the Laxmi Narayana Temple to pay his obeisance. Sweets were distributed to all employees on this occasion.

MD's Visit : CDR Mr Subhrakant Panda, MD, Mr Bijayananda Mohapatra, Exec in Charge, Choudwar & senior executives participated in a meeting with Shramika Pratinidhi Mandali members.

MD's Visit to Samaj Office Mr Subhrakant Panda, MD visited the Samaj Office at Cuttack and had a one-to-one interaction with the Editor Mr Bamapada Tripathy on 19th May 2017. He also took this opportunity to garland the statue of legendry freedom fighter and founder editor of Samaj, Pandit Gopabandhu Das.

Open House Meeting: SMC & MMC Mr. Sanjeev Das, Head-Mining Business Unit, Mr Puranjaya Behera VP-Mining and others from Head Office team members conducted an open house meeting with employees at Mahagiri Enclave. Mr Das thanked one and all for their cooperation during CTO revocation and reiterated the importance taking away positive lessons from this challenging experience of reinstating CTO. The meetings concluded with pleasantries and a dinner party in the evening. alankar 15 SPECTRUM

HR Training Communication Cycle: Six Basic Steps Training on Communication Cycle: Six basic Steps was conducted by Dr Ajit Kar Mgr-L&D for the executives at CHQ on 27th June 2017. Based on Fun-Task-Trick & experiential learning methodology, the training focused on understanding different means & modes of communication for personal & professional brilliance.

Managing Change & Culture Training on Managing Change & Culture was conducted on 24th May 2017 at CHQ by Dr. Ajit Kar (Mgr- L&D) on the change readiness and the attributes required for managing cultural vicissitudes.

Value of Positive Attitude in Life Training on ‘Value of Positive Attitude in Life’ was conducted for the non-executives at CHQ on 16th-17th June 2017 by Dr Ajit Kar, Mgr L&D. The training was conducted through Fun-Task -Trick & experiential learning methodology and focused on how to stay positive in everyday life & adverse situation.

Raja Celebration: THV Raja, the festival of fertility of mother earth, was organized by IMFA Club on 14.06.2017. A Pitha (local delicacy) competition was organized, where 33 types of Pitha were prepared and presented by the ladies. Various dance programme were performed by kids of employees. Prizes were given to all participants of Pitha competition & cultural team by the President of Club, Mr. R N Praharaj, Mr. K V Rao, SGM-Mfg (FA) and Mr. R R Mohanty, Vice President of Club.

Employees Felicitated by CIMER: SMC & MMC The 72nd Foundation Day Celebration of CIMFR (Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research) was held at Dhanbad on 2nd April '17. From IMFA Mining Business Unit Sri Manoj K Samal Sr Mgr, Mines (SMC) and Sri Ashish Samantray, Sr Mgr Mines.(MPC) attended the function and were felicitated by Padmabhushan Dr V K Saraswat, Member NITI Aayog for their contributions in the discussions.

Great Going: CDR Master Tarini Prasad Mishra, S/o Mr Manoranjan Mishra of Unit-II Production Dept and Ms Lopamudra Kar, D/o Mr Akshaya Kumar Kar of HR Dept qualified in "Pathani Samanta Mathematics Scholarship Test " for the academic session 2016-17 alankar DIVINE & DIVINITIES

Hanuman Jayanti : SMC & MMC Hanuman chalisha was recited by the executives and staff of Sukinda and Mahagiri mines during Mahavir Jayanti at the Sri Sri Nilakantheswar temple in Mahagiri Enclave in the evening. After completion of the puja all the employees had dinner at the Mahagiri Club. Hanuman Jayanti: CDR Hanuman Jayanti and Mahavishuba Sankranti were celebrated on.14.04.2017 at Sri Ram Temple. Shri Hanuman Chalisa was chanted throughout the day. The programme concluded with devotional songs by Srikhetra Bhajan Sandhya in the evening. On the occasion of Panaa Sankranti, the New Year of Odisha, everyone partook of Panaa (special beverage) at Colony-II. Recreation Club and Shri Ram temple.

Sri Ram Navami & Basantika Durga Puja:CDR Nine days long Sri Ram Navami and Basantika Durga Puja was celebrated at our Lord Sri Ram Temple. Employees and more than five thousand devotees from the area participated in the worship. Mrs & Mr. P K Padhy, Rly Siding Deptt performed the rites. Mrs & Mr A K Dash of Briquetting Plant performed the rituals for Basantika Durga Puja. Shri Rashmi R Pani and Team chanted and discoursed on the life of Lord Shri Ram. Devotional songs were sung by Srikhetra Bhajan Sandhya. This followed by prasad distribution to all.

Maha Bishuba Sankranti: SMC & MMC Maha Bishuba Sankranti was celebrated at Mines Security Barrack on 14th Apr. 2017. Maa Tarini Puja/Havan with Pushpanjali were offered. This was followed by distribution of Pana and Prasad. All the employees, workers, nearby PRI members, SRCKMS (Sukinda Region Chromite Khani Majdur Sangha) Central Committee participated in the event. The event was organised by the SMC/MMC security team.

Pratistha Divas of Shri Laxmi Narayan Temple: THV The 30th Pratistha Divas (Initiation Day) of Shri Shri Laxminarayan Temple was observed on 06th June, 2017. Nama Sankirtan and Havan (Sacrificial Fire) created a holy atmosphere and devotees in large numbers from both the colonies attended Purnahuti in the evening.

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