Bhubaneswar: National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, organized a dynamic interactive session titled “Media Connect 2025” in Bhubaneswar, reaffirming its commitment to transparent communication and robust media partnerships.
Top NALCO Leadership Engages with Media
The event brought together leading media houses from across the city and was graced by Brijendra Pratap Singh, Chairman-cum-Managing Director of NALCO. Accompanying him were key members of the leadership team:
- Mr. Pankaj Kumar Sharma (Director, Production)
- Mr. Jagdish Arora (Director, Projects & Technical)
- Dr. Tapas Kumar Pattanayak (Director, HR)
- Mr. Abhay Kumar Behuria (Director, Finance)
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Opening Remarks and Company Overview
The session began with a warm welcome from Mr. Asutosh Rath, Executive Director (HR), who also delivered a detailed presentation on NALCO’s operations, achievements, and public service initiatives.
CMD Emphasizes Growth, Transparency, and Social Responsibility
Addressing the media, CMD Mr. Brijendra Pratap Singh reiterated NALCO’s dual commitment to industry growth and social welfare. He expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Mines, the Government of Odisha, and various stakeholders for their trust and support.
He also underscored the critical role of the media in maintaining transparent communication and public trust, stating, “Strong partnerships with the media are essential for reinforcing trust and accountability in our operations.”
Interactive Dialogue on Vision, Projects, and CSR
Media Connect 2025 served as a platform for open dialogue, with NALCO leadership sharing insights on the company’s future vision, growth trajectory, upcoming projects, and CSR initiatives. Media representatives actively participated in the session, discussing NALCO’s role in the evolving aluminium and metals landscape.
Strengthening Stakeholder Engagement
The initiative was well received by the media community and highlighted NALCO’s forward-thinking approach to stakeholder communication, corporate governance, and sustainable development. It reinforced the company’s ongoing efforts to align business excellence with public interest and transparency.
About NALCO
National Aluminium Company Ltd. (NALCO) is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines. As one of India’s largest integrated primary aluminium producers, NALCO operates in bauxite mining, alumina refining, aluminium smelting, and power generation. The company is a key contributor to India’s mineral resource development and value-added metal exports.
