Bokaro: ESL Steel Limited, a prominent Greenfield Integrated Steel Producer in India and part of the Vedanta Group, has achieved a remarkable milestone in its community development initiatives. The company reported a 100% success rate in this year’s Class 10th Board Exams, with over 98% of students scoring above 60%.
To celebrate this achievement, ESL Steel Limited hosted the Prerna Samman Samaroah at the Vedanta Skill School. This event was aimed at fostering a sense of pride among the successful students. Ten top-performing students, including four girls and six boys from both the CBSE Board and the Jharkhand Academic Council Board, were honored at the ceremony. Four dedicated teachers from Prerna Centres were also recognized for their significant contributions.
ESL Steel Limited’s commitment to education is reflected in its various initiatives, such as Project Prerna. These programs have had a substantial impact on students from 27 villages in the Chas and Chandankiyari blocks of Bokaro District, motivating them to excel academically.
During the Prerna Samman Samaroah, each top-performing student received a brand-new laptop as a token of recognition.
The honored teachers included Ajit Mahato from Bhagabandh Senior Tutorial Centre, Samesh Mahatta from Modidih Tutorial Centre, Shakti Pada Mahato from Chandaha, Yogidih, and Siyaljori Prerna Centres, and Indrajeet Bauri from Alkusha.
Anand Dubey, Chief Financial Officer of ESL Steel Limited, emphasized the importance of the event in motivating students and recognizing their efforts. He noted that the success of these students showcases the effectiveness of the company’s CSR initiatives and the dedication of its partner agencies.
Ashish Ranjan, Head of CSR, ER, and PR at ESL Steel Limited, expressed his satisfaction with the results, attributing the success to the right direction and persistent action provided by the educational programs.
In collaboration with its Educational Interventionist Program Implementing partner, Sarthak Sustainable Development Foundation, ESL Steel Limited remains committed to enhancing educational outcomes and fostering a culture of excellence among students in its operational zones.