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Bhubaneswar, October 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Leading steelmaker Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable corporate social responsibility by winning the Business Excellence in Sustainability Award in the manufacturing category at the 2nd Annual Symposium and Excellence Awards 2024, organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce in New Delhi on Wednesday. This prestigious award recognizes JSP’s dedicated efforts, through its social arm, the Jindal Foundation, to foster social change, sustainability, and holistic community development across India.
The award was presented to JSP by Bizunesh Meseret Tegegne, the Ambassador of Ethiopia to India, alongside Bernld Scholtz, the Economic Counsellor and Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to India.
Rochak Bhardwaj, General Manager (CSR) at JSP, accepted the award on behalf of the company.
The recognition elucidates JSP’s significant contributions in various sectors, including education, healthcare, skill development, and environmental sustainability, with the mentoring of its Chairman and three-time Member of Parliament (Kurukshetra), Naveen Jindal.
JSP’s social initiatives align with its broader vision of nation-building and empowering vulnerable communities, addressing 16 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and making a lasting impact on marginalized populations.
The award jury commended JSP for its comprehensive approach to corporate social responsibility, which tackles critical social issues while promoting sustainable and inclusive growth.
Jindal Foundation Chairperson Shallu Jindal expressed her gratitude for the accolade, stating, “We are incredibly honoured to receive this esteemed award, which recognizes our commitment to uplifting underprivileged communities and creating a sustainable future for all. At the Jindal Foundation, we believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and empathy to address societal challenges. This award motivates us to deepen our impact in the core fabric of society, particularly among the underprivileged and vulnerable.”
Over the years, Jindal Steel & Power, through the Jindal Foundation, has positively affected over 14 million lives through health, education, livelihood, and community development programs. These initiatives have significantly improved livelihood outcomes in the region, resulting in measurable reductions in poverty, hunger, malnutrition, and unemployment, while raising community awareness about solutions to enhance their quality of life.
This recognition marks a significant milestone for JSP, underscoring its role as a leader in sustainable corporate social responsibility. JSP and the Jindal Foundation remain committed to driving positive change through strategic initiatives that address critical social issues.
