Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL) has expressed deep sorrow over the unfortunate incident on April 3, 2025, which resulted in the tragic death of a youth. Calling it extremely distressing, BSL appealed to all concerned to maintain peace and seek lawful solutions to ongoing issues.

BSL reiterated its sensitive and positive approach toward displaced persons. In 2017–18, a tripartite agreement among displaced representatives, the state administration, and BSL led to apprenticeship training for 1,500 displaced individuals in three phases—500, 400, and 600—under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This Act does not guarantee direct employment post-training, although demands for the same continue.

Previously, BSL had offered employment to displaced people, but direct recruitment was stopped following a Supreme Court ruling. As a SAIL unit, BSL adheres to recruitment policies set by the SAIL Board, applicable across all plants. Still, BSL revised eligibility norms to support trained displaced apprentices, improving their chances in recruitment. CGMs and department heads were also asked to engage such apprentices in contract-based work.

On April 1, BSL learned of the planned protest and initiated dialogue. A meeting was held on April 2 with representatives of the Displaced Apprentices Association, but demands for direct hiring couldn’t be accepted due to policy constraints. Despite multiple efforts on April 3 to defuse the situation, the incident occurred. BSL clarified it gave no instructions for violence and dismissed such rumors.

BSL also acknowledged the professionalism and dedication of CGM (HR)  Hari Mohan Jha, known for his integrity and soft-spoken nature over a 35-year career.

Reaffirming its commitment to peaceful and policy-based resolutions, BSL appealed to citizens to maintain calm, avoid rumors, and preserve Bokaro’s legacy of harmony.