Rayagada | June 5, 2025:
Utkal Alumina International Limited., a unit of Hindalco Industries under the Aditya
Birla Group, observed World Environment Day with a series of activities and
awareness programmes focused on the theme of "Beat Plastic Pollution." On June 2,
the campaign was formally inaugurated with a street play performance focusing on
environmental protection and the harmful effects of plastic pollution. Employees also
took a pledge to reduce plastic use, reinforcing their individual and collective
commitment towards sustainability.
As a part of the weeklong celebration, the Environment Department of UAIL
organized a series of awareness activities aimed at promoting environmental
consciousness among employees, students, and the surrounding community.
The programme began with themed based competitions such as drawing and
plantation drives at Aditya Birla Public School to engage school students and
cultivate a sense of responsibility toward environment. These activities were held
both within the plant premises and in township areas to reach a wider audience.
To commemorate the occasion, today a grand awareness rally that began at the
CCR building proceeded to the plantation site. Addressing the participants, Rabi
Narayan Mishra, Unit Head, emphasized the importance of environmental protection
and urged everyone to reduce plastic usage in their daily lives. He also inaugurated
a specially designed awareness Rath, which will continue to spread eco-awareness
in nearby communities.
Following the rally, a mass plantation drive was conducted in identified areas within
the plant premises, during which 250 saplings were planted to promote green
environment.
The program was successfully conducted under the supervision of Mr. Subramanyu
Kund and Debi Prasad Nayak from the Environment Department. The event was
witnessed the active participation of senior officials including Bijaya Kumura, FH-HR,
and Girija Panda, DH-I&E, along with other department heads and team members.
The environment week campaign will continue till June 10, featuring more events
designed to inspire collective action for a cleaner and greener future.
Utkal Alumina observes World Environment Day-2025 A week-long awareness program on “Beat Plastic Pollution”
