Spreading the ideologies of the Father of Nation among all section of the society, officials of Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), Railway, schools and other social organisations celebrated the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi with much fervor and enthusiasm. From organising special sanitation drive on the concluding day of ‘Swacchta Hi Sewa’ to conducting cycle rally, different events marked the occasion.
In a unique endeavour, Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) on Tuesday organized a ‘Swachhta Cyclothon’ to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Ranchi MP Ram Tahal Chaudhary was present as the Chief Guest of the ‘Swachhta Cyclothon’. The event was flagged off from CCL headquarters, Darbhanga House covering major routes of Ranchi and concluded at the headquarters.
While addressing the gathering, MP Ram Tahal Chaudhary said that our Prime Minister had called upon the Nation to come together to realize the dream of Mahatma Gandhi for clean and healthy India. “It is a matter of great joy and pride that every citizen of the country is contributing to this campaign,” the Ranchi MP further added.
Chaudhary appreciated the efforts of CCL management as a responsible public sector entity for the development of country in almost every sphere whether it is related to the skill development, sports, education, health etc. CMD CCL Gopal Singh expressed his gratitude to the PM and said that he not only adopted the dream of Gandhi Ji but has motivated the fellow citizens to follow his footpath. Singh informed that in the last 15 days, CCL has carried out several programs and new initiatives on Swacchta.
Besides, Rajya Sabha MP Mahesh Poddar, Kanke MLA Dr. Jitu Charan Ram, MLA (Khijari) Ram Kumar Pahan, Director (Personnel) RS Mahapatro, Director (Finance) DK Ghosh, Director (Tech/ Operation) AK Mishra, Chief Vigilance Officer AK Srivastava and others including CCL employees and students participated in the cycle rally, organized by CSR Department, CCL.
A special function was also held at Vichar Manch, Darbhanga House, CCL while addressing the employees; Singh said that this day is an important occasion for the every Indian when we remember not only Mahatma but also his principles and ideologies. CCL CMD’s address was webcasted across all areas of CCL live.
Besides CCL, officials of State-owned public sector telecom company, BSNL – Jharkhand Circle paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and organised a series of activities to mark the occasion. On the concluding day of ‘Swacchta hi Sewa’, CGMT, Jharkhand Circle, KK Thakur alongwith other employees carried out a special sanitation drive at ARTTC Campus. A special street play on Swacchta was also organised to mark the occasion at BSNL headquarters. Thakur motivated the officials to carry out the cleanliness drive at a regular interval ensuring the involvement of others.
A special prayer meet was organised at HEC Headquarters. HEC CMD, Abhijeet Ghosh on the occasion urged to the employees to follow the ideologies of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. Ghosh threw light on the contribution of two leaders in the nation building. An array of activities, cycle rally competition was also organised to mark the conclusion of ‘Swacchta Hi Sewa’. Ghosh felicitated the officials who participated in the 15 days sanitation campaign.
Meanwhile, DRM Vijay Kumar Gupta and other senior employees of Ranchi Rail Division paid floral tribute to the Father of the Nation alongwith Pandit Shastri. Members of Scouts and Guides, Rail employees of Ranchi, Hatia and Mori jointly carried out the cleanliness drive at different localities. In the first of its kind attempt, checking of pantry cars under a special ‘Swaach Aahaar’ programme was organised.
As many as 18 people were felicitated for their incredible contribution in carrying forward the sanitation activities and inspiring others to lend equal support in keeping their surroundings clean. Social organisation -- Vikash Bharti organised a special March. Students, social workers with placards, banners spread the message of Gandhian ideology.