Tata Steel paid homage to Jehangir Ratanji Dadabhai Tata on the occasion of his 113th Birth Anniversary on Saturday. Various events were held at different locations to celebrate the day.
As a mark of tribute, a short film on JRD Tata’s life and his passion for flying, showcasing the philosophy of the pioneering industrialist, was screened at Sonari Airport by Tata Steel’s Aviation department. The special program also included an Aero-modeling show and static display of aircraft. The chief guest on the occasion, Jolly Bhaskaran, paid homage to the legend.
The sports department of Tata Steel organised a Cross Country race today for Jogga school children, Jusco and Project schools. Around 2000 children participated in the event. Earlier an under-12 and under-14 Football tournament had been organized on 26th July, 2017 at Armoury Ground. An Inter JDC Doubles Badminton Tournament for the women employees of Tata Steel was also organized on 28th July, 2017at JRD Tata Sports Complex. A Road Safety Quiz and Pick and Run Competition was organized for the School Van Drivers of Jamshedpur on 28th July, 2017 at JRD Tata Sports Complex.
Jamshedpur Open Bouldering Championship was held today at the Tata Steel Adventure Foundation. A total of 130 children participated in the event. A Sit & Draw” competition was organised yesterday at the School premises for the mentally handicapped and retarded students to commemorate the birth anniversary of JRD Tata.
This has now become a yearly event and the Art Teachers of the Jamshedpur School of Art are requested to become Judges for this competition. The event has proved to be a great motivator for the students.