On the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti and Shastri Jayanti, a memorable Walkathon event was held on 02 October 2023, bringing together over 250+ enthusiastic participants of the ESL Parivar and promoting the values of health, peace, and community unity. The ESL Walkathon was a medium through which Vedanta ESL attended to numerous noble causes. ESL also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi's enduring legacy of a clean and healthy India. The walkathon was sure to a sightseeing session as we started our journey from the first steel plant in Bokaro and made our way through the countryside of Bokaro to our ending point.
The event was a fitting tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri and their philosophies of nonviolence and simplicity ESL Walkathon, organized by Vedanta ESL Steel Limited, commenced at Naya More Chowk at 7:00 AM and concluded at Shastri Chowk at 8:30 AM The josh of Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM) was high at the ESL Walkathon as people shouted the slogan "Steel strong. Run Long throughout the journey, uplifting the energies of all the other fellow participants.
The event was graced by Mr Ravish Sharma (COO, ESL), Mr Anand Dubey (CFO ESL), Mr Khirod Kumar Barik (Dy. CHRO, ESL), Mr Venkatesan Rajamanickam (CHSEO, ESL), Mr Anrit Mukherjee (Director Central Engineering and Maintenance, ESL), Mr Vijay Sindhu (CSO, ESL), Mr Ashish Ranjan (Head CSR, PR & ER, ESL), Mr Sanjay (Associate General Manager, ER & PR, ESL), Mr Anal Kumar (Safety Officer, BSL) and Mr Sunil Srivastava, (Canteen In- charge and Admin, BSL). They were also instrumental in motivating the employees.
On the occasion Mr Ravish Sherma (COO, ESL) said "Zero Hunger extends beyond merely a gost it represents our collective vision of a world where every individual enjoys access to nourishing food. By joining forces, we can turn this vision into a tangible reality Mahatma Gandh's enduring legacy in a testament to the remarkable potential of nonviolent resistance and unwavering determination Simultaneously, Lal Bahadur Shastri's actions serve as a poignant reminder of having commitment, honesty and unwavering dedication. Let's draw inspiration from their leadership in our pursuit of excellence and work towards a better future."
On the occasion, Mr. Anand Dubey (CFO, ESL) said. "Gandhi Jayanti and Shastri Jayanti remind us that leadership is not defined by power, but by the principles of truth, simplicity, and nonviolence. We celebrate simplicity, integrity, and dedication as the cornerstones of effective leadership here at ESL. One leader brought us freedom and the other taught us how to govern with that freedom. Our dedication to eradicating Hunger mirrors our principles, mission, and duty as global influencers and I would urge that let's unite in the effort to provide sustenance to all the people that we can."
Vedanta ESL Steel Limited, the driving force behind this initiative, expressed its heartfelt appreciation to all the participants, volunteers, and local authorities who joined to make this event a resounding success. All safety measures and health protocols were meticulously followed during the event, ensuring the well-being of all participants throughout the walkathon.
The Gandhi Jayanti, Shastri Jayanti, Walkathon for zero hunger and Cleanliness Drive have left lasting impact on the community, serving as a reminder of the importance of cleanliness, unity, and physical fitness in building a stronger nation. This event paid tribute to their ideals and inspired the people to be agents of change, promoting a cleaner and healthier India.