haria division of Tata Steel Foundation organised several rallies on occasion of World Aids Day at different blocks in and around the operational areas. The awareness campaign started on November 29, 2024, from Tata Steel Foundation Office Bhelatand to Rampur Durga mandir. Another rally organised at Petia village under Jamadoba area. The closing ceremony was celebrated on December 1, 2024, with a rally from Adarsh School Lalbanglow to Upper Dumri village. The goal of the rally was to raise awareness about HIV-AIDS and promote the theme as per WHO to "Take the Rights path: My health my right." The event saw the participation of 320 enthusiastic and energetic women and youth who came together to show their support for the cause.
The rally was flagged off by Piyush Kumar, Senior Area Manager, HRBP Sijua Group and Dr. Ankit Prakash, Senior Registrar Feeder Hospital, Bhelatand, Rajesh Kumar, Unit Lead, Tata Steel Foundation, Bipin Singh Choudhary, Manager Community Development, Dr. Bibekanand Patra, Medical Officer Homeopath TSF, Ramkishun Ray, Senior Supervisor, Umesh Kumar Mahato, Block Officer, Rahul Yadav, Rahul Mahato, Sumita Devi, Geeta Devi, Shanti Devi from Tata Steel Foundation team, MD Nasir, Bhim Mahato, Haripad Mahato Coordination Committee Members. Guests emphasized the importance of community involvement in the fight against HIV/AIDS and encouraged the participants to take an active role in spreading awareness and promoting prevention measures.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Ankit Prakash said that It is heartening to see the women and youth come forward to support such an important cause. By letting communities lead, we can ensure that the message of HIV-AIDS prevention reaches every corner of society. Dr. Ankit also added the detailed causes, symptoms, and prevention of HIV- AIDS.
The rally was a part of Tata Steel Foundation Jharia Division's ongoing efforts to contribute towards creating a more informed and compassionate society when it comes to HIV/AIDS. The company has been actively involved in various initiatives aimed at promoting health and wellness in the community.