Governor Syed Ahmed on Monday presented Jharkhand Outstanding Contribution Awards- 2013 to as many as nine persons and organisations for their outstanding contribution in the development of the State.
Emphasising the role of intellectuals in the development of the State, Governor said, “It is not possible to develop the State without contributions coming from the intellectual classes.”
The awards were given in the categories of Non-Governmental Organisations; Industrial Training Institutions; Financial Institutions; State Government department; private companies; State Government run schemes; young entrepreneur; Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent of Police.
The awardees were selected on a number of criteria by a panel of Indian Institute of Management-Ranchi under the guidance of its Director Professor MJ Xavier. Addressing the gathering and the recipients Governor said, “I am happy to present this award to the winners for their roles in the different walks of lives. I must congratulate the awardees for their contributions.”
While praising the recipients for their outstanding contributions, Governor said he always encourages people for the good work they do.
I have given awards for education, to people for their contribution to the sports and its development. Incidentally, the Governor shed light on the functioning of the Government and emphasised on a work culture which is conducive for the development of the State. Governor also stressed on delivering instead of paying just lip service.
Acknowledging the problems faced by the State, Governor said there are many challenges ahead of us and we need to face those together. Stressing on the cleanliness, Governor said, “I always conduct review meeting to assess cleanliness.” Talking about Government departments, governor said all departments have been asked to frame service rules as soon as possible.
Adviser to Governor, Madhukar Gupta, Principal Secretary to Governor, NN Sinha, Director IIM-R MJ Xavier were among the distinguished guests on the occasion. The Pioneer is the print media partner of the Jharkhand Outstanding Contribution Awards-2013.