69 Republic Day observed with great patriotism across the twin districts in Bokaro and Dhanbad on Friday. National flags were unfurled amidst various cultural functions, organised at offices, schools and other places including district administrative office, JAP, BIADA, Bokaro Steel Plant (BSl), Electrosteel Steels limited (ESl), BCCl and CCl’s units on the eve of this great national festival.
The Republic Day function was also organised by SAIl’s BSl at the MKM Stadium. BSl’s CEO P K Singh hoisted the tricolour were several senior officers including the enthusiastic gathering of residents of the township were present there.
During the function, a total of 53 personnel from the CISF, BSl Security and Fire Services personnel were awarded the ‘Prashasti Certificates’ by the chief guest for their outstanding contribution and devotion to duty. Another six BSl officers were presented the CEO’s Trophy for best Shift in charge by the chief guest. In his address, the CEO highlighted the achievements of the plant during the last year and also about the future plans of the plant while addressing this eve. He reiterated the need of conserving water and exhorted all present to extend their support in this campaign.
He also acknowledged the contribution of different sections of the society in building and shaping the future of the steel plant and sought their continued support for the progress of the plant. A colourful cultural programme was also presented by students of BSl as well as public schools in the stadium followed by a tableau on Safety and Fire Services. Members of the Mahila Samiti distributed fruits among the patients on this eve.
National flags were unfurled by the district and police administration at JAP ground where state land and Revenue minister Amar Baurai hoisted the national flag. Several got facilitated on this eve for their outstanding contribution and devotion to work.