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PARICHAYA1st Quarter ResultsAluminium production up 20.46%According to the results taken on record at a meeting of theBoard of Directors in New Delhi on July 31, Nalco has reporteda net profit of Rs.126.45 crore and a sales turnover ofRs.970.48 crore for the 1st quarter ended June 30.Nalco, the Navratna PSU and India's leading producer andexporter of alumina and aluminium, has registered a 20.46%increase in aluminium production to 104,776 tonnes in the1st quarter from 86,979 tonnes in corresponding quarter lastyear. Similarly, alumina production increased to 400,800tonnes from 392,900 tonnes and Power generation alsoincreased by 14.35% to 1607MU from 1400MU.On the sales front, Nalco achieved total sale of 93,104 MT ofaluminium in the 1st quarter, which was 84,103 MT in thecorresponding period of previous year. Despite prevailing sluggishmarket conditions, Nalco has been able to increase its exportof aluminium to 27,995 tonnes from 12,623 tonnes in thecorresponding quarter. However, due to low prices, the turnoverand profit for the quarter have reduced considerably.Meanwhile, as part of the growth strategy, Nalco has plans toset up two Greenfield projects in India, which include a Rs.16500crore Smelter and Power Complex at Jharsuguda in Orissa and aRs.6000 crore Mines and Refinery Complex in Andhra Pradesh.Audited Financial Results - 2008-09Turnover: Rs.5631 crore, Net Profit: Rs.1272 croreAccording to the audited financial results for the 4th quartertaken on record in the Board of Directors meeting held atthe Corporate Office at Bhubaneswar on June 3, Nalco hasreported a net profit of Rs.83 crore, with a turnover of Rs.1233crore. During the 4th quarter of the previous fiscal, the netprofit was Rs. 416 crore with a turnover of Rs. 1560 crore.The net profit and turnover for the financial year 2008-09was Rs.1272 crore and Rs.5631 crore, respectively, as againstthe corresponding figures of Rs.1632 crore and Rs.5576 croreachieved during the previous year.The Company has achieved more than 100% capacity utilizationof its Alumina Refinery and Smelter Plant with productionof 15.76 lakh tonnes of Alumina Hydrate and 3.61lakh tonnes of Aluminium metal. However, the sharp fall inprofit for the quarter is due to abnormally low prices andthat the year is attributable to higher expenditure on coal,fuel oil and to revision of pay scale of employees.The Board of Directors have recommended payment of dividendof 50% (including 35% interim dividend paid in February2009) amounting to Rs.322.16 crore.2nd phase expansion9th Unit of CPP commissionedNalco achieved yet another milestone inimplementation of its ambitious Rs 4400 crore, 2ndphase expansion by successfully commissioning its 9thUnit of 120 MW capacity of its Captive Power Plant atAngul by synchronizing the Unit with the Grid withOil firing on June 21. With this, the total capacity of its960 MW Captive Power Plant has gone up to 1080MW. Under the ongoing 2nd phase expansion and withsubsequent commissioning of the 10th unit of 120 MWcapacity, the total capacity of CPP will further go up to1200 MW.Besides, the successful 2nd phase expansion programme,the Company has plans for 3rd phase expansion at aninvestment of Rs 6000 crore, which will increase theCompany's aluminium capacity to 5.80 lakh tonne andpower generation to 1400 MW per annum.Published by : Corporate Communication Department, National Aluminium Company Limited, Nalco Bhawan, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar – 751 0612 Chief Editor : Harish C. Pradhan, DGM (Admn.)May - July’ 09Designed and Printed at : inteCAD,442, Saheed Nagar, Bhubaneswar – 751 007, Ph: 2544631e-Parichaya at - www.nalcoindia.comYou may send your feedback to hcpradhan@nalcoindia.co.in

Our New MinisterPARICHAYAShri Bijoy Krishna Handique has assumed the charge of Mines, Development of NorthEastern Region, as the Union Minister, Govt. of India, on May 29. Shri Handique is the 6thtime Member of Parliament from Jorhat (Assam) Lok Sabha seat.Born on December 01, 1934 in Jorhat, Shri Handique completed his Post Graduation fromCalcutta University. Shri Handique became a Member of the Rajya Sabha in 1980. He waselected to the 10th Lok Sabha in 1991 and has since been elected to the 11th, 12th, 13th,14th and now the 15th Lok Sabha from Jorhat, Assam. In the previous Government, he wasa Minister of State for Defence and Parliamentary Affairs from 23 May, 2004 to 28 January,2006. Subsequently, Shri Handique became the Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizersand Parliamentary Affairs from 29 January, 2006 and later on he became the Minister ofState for Mines and Chemicals and Fertilizers.Apart from being an astute Politician, Shri Handique is also known for his literary pursuits. He has to his credit, publishedpoems in Anthology of American Poetry entitled 'The other side of the mirror' and 'American Poetry Anthology' and hassignificantly contributed to newspapers and periodicals.Besides being a tennis enthusiast, he loves reading, bird watching and collection of Orchids. His areas of special interest arein developmental work, environment care and foreign affairs.He is widely traveled and takes special interest in social work and cultural activities among tea garden workers.On behalf of Nalco collective, Parichaya congratulates Shri Handique and wishes him all the best. Under his able leadership,Nalco is expected to scale greater heights of success.Shri C.R. Pradhan appointed as fulltime CMDShri C.R. Pradhan, Director (Projects & Technical), who hasbeen continuing with the additional charge of Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Nalco, has now been appointedas the fulltime CMD of the Company. Shri Pradhan has beenholding the additional charge of CMD, following thesuperannuation of Shri G. Upadhyaya, Director (P&A) and CMDI/c, since February 2005.Shri Pradhan, after completion of B.Sc. Engg. (Electrical) fromREC (now NIT), Rourkela, in 1970, has started his career as anEngineer in Bhilai Steel Plant and later worked in Bokaro SteelPlant. He joined Nalco in 1982 as Dy. Chief Engineer (Electrical)and has worked in various capacities. In 2001, he was elevatedto the post of Executive Director (M&R), and subsequently, in December, 2004, elevated to the Board position as Director(Projects & Technical). Shri Pradhan, has been instrumental for the successful completion of the 1st phase expansion projectof Mines & Refinery Complex including Port Facility with substantial savings in cost during 1996 to 2001. Presently, ShriPradhan, is also responsible for implementation of the massive 2nd phase expansion of the manufacturing facilities both atAngul and Damanjodi. Under his able leadership, the Company was accorded with the prestigious Navratna Status by theGovt. of India, in April 2008.May - July’ 093

PARICHAYASecretary (Mines) visits Panchpatmali MinesIn the aftermath of the Naxal attack on Nalco mines on 12.04.2009, Smt. Santha Sheela Nair, Secretary, Ministry of Mines,Govt. of India, along with Shri C.R. Pradhan, CMD I/c, Shri K.K. Mallick, Director (Commercial) and other senior officialsof M&R Complex, visited the Panchapatmali Mines on April 29. At M&R complex, Smt. Nair, was received by Shri P.K.Mohapatra, ED(M&R), Shri Sanjeeb Panda, DIG, Orissa Police, Shri B. Das, Collector, Koraput, Dr. Deepak Kumar Chauhan,SP, Koraput and Shri R.P. Swain, GM (H&A). Smt. Nair inspected the Magazine House, CISF fire station & mines area andreviewed the security arrangements.During her visit Smt. Nair interacted with the employees of M&R Complex and assured to initiate action towards strengtheningof security arrangements at Damanjodi. Smt. Nair also interacted with the villagers of periphery villages.From Damanjodi, Smt. Nair went to visit Nalco's Port Facilities at Vizag. Accompanied by Shri C.R. Pradhan, CMD and ShriK.K. Mallick, Director (Commercial), Smt. Nair, inspected the mechanized alumina unloading, storage and ship loadingfacilities, caustic soda handling and storage facilities, as well as the domestic metal stockyard at the Port Facilities. Smt. Nairwas briefed on Nalco Marketing activities including Vizag Port Facilities by Shri K.K. Mallick, Director (Commercial). Smt.Nair appreciated Nalco's facilities and urged Nalco collective to work towards better performance of Nalco.At Port Facilities, VizagNalco bags EEPC Gold TrophyNalco has bagged the Engineering Export Promotion Council(EEPC), Eastern Region's Gold Trophy, as Top Exporter in theLarge Enterprise Category, for its outstanding exportperformance during the year 2006-07. On behalf of theCompany, the award was received by Shri P.K. Parida,Executive Director (Marketing), from Shri Arun Kumar Bit,IAS, Development Commissioner, Falta, Special EconomicZone, Government of India, Department of Commerce at afunction held in Kolkata on May 20. During the financialyear 2006-07, Nalco has achieved the highest-ever salesturnover of Rs.6515 crore, including the highest-ever exportearning of Rs.2585 crore. The net profit was also the highesteverat Rs.2381 crore during this fiscal.The Company since inception has achieved spectacularsuccess as the country's leading exporter of alumina andaluminium. Nalco enjoys Super Star Trading House statusand it is the first Indian aluminium company to be registeredwith London Metal Exchange, for its high quality products.4 May - July’ 09

Nalco strengthens security measuresPARICHAYANalco has further strengthened its security measures in the sheds, near the Magazine House, which are equipped withBauxite Mines area located in Panchpatmali Hills of Koraput. lighting system, wall mounted fan, exhaust fan, air coolerSecurity arrangements have also been augmented at most and vinyl flooring to improve the living conditions for jawansvulnerable point i.e at Magazine House, where explosivesdeputed in duty to safeguard the explosives. Besides this,are stored. The deployment of CISF personnel has also beentwo new well furnished sheds with folded beds, with cushion,fans, lights with toilet has already been installed. These shedsincreased from 89 to 197 jawans in the mines. Specialare similar to the ones used by defence personnel.emphasis has been given to fortification of magazine area byUninterrupted power supply has also been provided to theproviding multi layers protection system, such as, chain link,sheds used by CISF jawans. Besides, aquaguard with coolingconcertina barbed wire, power fencing and brick walls aroundsystem has been installed to provide safe & clean drinkingthe magazine house at the mines.water to the jawans. The above measures have been reviewedAs construction of a permanent barrack or any construction and found to be satisfactory by the CISF authorities. However,in the vicinity of the magazine house is strictly prohibited, permanents barrack in two blocks with all required facilitiesthe CISF jawans have been provided with well furnished rest exists at a distance of 700 mtr from magazine house.Well furnished rest sheds, near the Magazine House at MinesExplosives stock reduced at MinesMulti layers security fencing at Magazine HouseIn addition to the above security arrangements, Nalco has Nalco is also exploring the possibilities of 'blast free' miningdecided to drastically reduce storage of explosives at the methods, where there is no use of explosives. With thesemagazine house of its bauxite mines. As per the latest measure, measures, Nalco hopes to significantly reduce the Naxals threatthe stock of explosive material such as booster-explosives, and carry out its mining operations in a secure environment.which was around 21.75 tonnes one month before the Naxalsattack, has now been reduced to 2.25 tonnes, while the stockof column explosives has been brought down from 10.12tonnes to 1.15 tonnes and that of ammonia nitrate from 3.95tonnes to only 0.70 tonnes. The stock-holding has beenreduced to one tenth overall.The Company has decided to keep only 4 to 5 days' need instock of these explosive materials at the magazine house.Reduction in stockpile of explosive will considerably minimizethe threat perception for future.May - July’ 095

Concern CorporatePARICHAYApremises of Automobile Association of Eastern India (AAEI)at Kolkata on July 18.A total of 40 participants tested their endurance, and drivingskills as they traveled through terrains, highways, congestedcity roads, to reach Kalinga Stadium at Bhubaneswar on July19. In the four wheeler category, Sourav Choudhury andArindam Ghosh bagged the winners' trophy and a cash prizeof Rs. 60, 000 while in the 2 wheeler segment, Pradeep Kaurand Balaji won the first prize and cash award of Rs. 40,000.Concerned with the rising numbers of road accidents and tocreate greater awareness about traffic rules and road safety,Nalco sponsored a 2-days long Nalco Kolkata Puri Motor Rally.Automobile Association of Eastern India in association withNalco as the title sponsor had organized the Motor rally, basedon the concept 'Rally for a safer tomorrow'.His Excellency, Shri M.C. Bhandare, Hon'ble Governor ofOrissa, Shri P.C. Bhanjadeo, Hon'ble Minister of Sports, ShriK.P. Singh Deo, PCC President, Shri C.R. Pradhan, CMD,Nalco and Shri V. Ramgopal, GM, Indian Oil, handed overthe prizes to the winners at a function organized at Raj Bhawan,Bhubaneswar on July 19.Lt.Gen. V.K. Singh, GOC-IN-C, Eastern Command and ShriJoy Varghese, Director (P&A), Nalco, flagged off the rally inthe presence of Senior Officials of West Bengal StateGovernment and representatives of other PSUs from theNalco donates 15 PCR vans to Orissa PoliceAs part of Corporate SocialResponsibility, Nalco has donated 15numbers of Police Control Room (PCR)vans to assist the Commisionerate Policeto help people in need and maintain lawand order in the city, besides conductingspecial patrolling drives to detect trafficviolations, along major stretches acrossthe capital. The PCR vans fleet was formally flagged off by Shri A.P. Padhi Secretary, Home Department and Shri C.R.Pradhan, CMD, Nalco at the Reserve Police Ground, Bhubaneswar on July 14. Nalco as part of its CSR activities has spentRs 78.63 lakh towards the cost of these PCR vans. Shri Joy Varghese, Director (P&A), Nalco, Shri B.K.Sharma, Commissionerof Police, Shri Himansu Lal, DCP, Bhubaneswar, along with the senior officers of Nalco and Police Commissionerate werepresent on the occasion. It may be mentioned that last year, the Company had also donated Rs 1.35 crore as financialassistance towards construction of a 100-men barrack at the Reserve Police line Campus at Bhubaneswar.May - July’ 097

PARICHAYASocially ResponsibleSOCIAL DEVELOPMENTOur Primary ConcernIn its journey of 28 years towards corporate excellence, Nalco has given top priority to social sector development. TheCompany spends 1% of its net profit every year on periphery development, like drinking water, health, education, publicwelfare, culture, sports and environment care. Provides additional funds as and when required for special projects. Contributesto Chief Minister's Relief Fund and Prime Minister's National Relief Fund at times of calamity. Besides these, Nalcospends more than Rs.100 lakh every year, sponsoring seminars, cultural programmes and sports events, all over the State.PERIPHERY DEVELOPMENT IN DAMANJODI SECTORAs part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Nalco hasbeen making significant contribution in the development ofKoraput District. For periphery development activities, Nalcohas earmarked Rs. 6.51 crore for various development worksin Koraput District for 2008-09. The Company has contributedRs. 1.51 crore as mobilization advance (25% of the totalcontribution) for 2008-09 towards the development of KoraputDistrict. A cheque for the purpose was handed over to ShriGadadhar Parida, Collector, Koraput by Shri R.P. Swain, GM(H&A), Nalco's M&R Complex, on July 16. Subsequently,Nalco will be providing the balance Rs.5 crore for thesedevelopment projects in Koraput District, depending uponthe progress/completion of the various projects decided to beundertaken during the period.The amount will be spent to initiate 94 numbers ofdevelopment projects covering the entire district. Theseprojects have been chosen in the RPDAC ((Rehabilitation &Periphery Development Advisory Committee) meeting heldin January 2009. RPDAC is an apex body for identifying andimplementing development projects, which is chaired byRDC, Southern Division. Besides CMD, Nalco, Collector,Sub-Collector, MP (Koraput), local MLAs and other topofficials of district are the members of RPDAC.These projects, which are spread over 94 villages, are mainlyfor construction of roads, culverts, additional classrooms atvarious schools including additional hostel rooms for inmates,especially in tribal schools.Besides, Nalco has also been extending support for varioussocio-cultural activities in Koraput. Recently, Rs. 10 lakhswas extended to District authorities for organizing Parab 2008-a major cultural event of Koraput District.Shri R.P. Swain, GM(H&A), M&R Complex, handing over a cheque ofRs.1.51 crore to Shri Gadadhar Parida, Collector, Koraput, towardsmobilization advance for various development works in Koraput District8 May - July’ 09

Socially ResponsiblePARICHAYAPERIPHERY DEVELOPMENT IN ANGUL SECTORIn Angul sector, from the allotted funds of 2007-08 and 2008-09, amounting to Rs.16.05 crore, 185 projects valued at Rs.4.76crore will be executed by different government agencies asdecided by Collector (Angul)-cum-Chairman, PeripheryDevelopment Society. An initial 50% advance of this amount,along with 1% contingency expenses, amounting to Rs.2.5crore was handed over to Shri Debraj Senapati, ADM, by ShriK.S. Sreedhara, Executive Director, Nalco's Smelter & PowerComplex, Angul, on July 29.Under the aegis of Nalco, two mobile medical vans withdoctors and paramedical staff are conducting health campsfor 25 days in a month and providing free medicines to thevillagers of 38 periphery villages. Besides, local people arebenefited from Nalco Hospital and the two schools run by theCompany.Presently, Nalco is implementing 300 projects in Angul sectorat a total cost of Rs.11.31 crore. Out of this, the Company isdirectly implementing 229 projects, spending Rs.7.44 crore.Nalco had acquired 4103 acres of land for its Smelter and Powerproject, out of which 3496 acres was private land. Subsequently,Nalco has given employment to 1635 Land Affected Persons(LAPs), which is about 36% of Company's permanent employeestrength at Angul. Besides, the Company has so far sponsored831 LAPs for ITI training in 7 batches, at a cost of Rs.2.05 crore,including a stipend of Rs.1000 per month.While the revised rehabilitation and resettlement policy ofthe State provides for one time cash assistance to families inlieu of employment ranging from Rs.1 lakh to Rs.5 lakh,Nalco has offered one time cash-assistance package in lieuof employment ranging from Rs.2.5 lakh to Rs.15 lakh toSubstantially Affected Persons (SAPs), who are not eligiblefor employment or opt for cash assistance. Till date, Nalcohas paid Rs.3.65 crore to 63 SAPs or their legal heirs.The presence of Nalco in Angul has also created indirectemployment opportunities among the local people. Presently,out of 243 contractors working in Nalco, 122 are locals andout of 9502 contract workers engaged by Nalco contractors,7142 i.e. about 75% are from the contiguous areas.Shri K.S. Sreedhara, Executive Director, S&P Complex, handing overa cheque of Rs. 2.5 crore to Shri Debraj Senapati, ADM, Angul, as 50%advance for 185 projects to be executed by different govt. agencies inthe peripheral villages of Angul.Nalco has come to represent a better quality of life forcommunities residing in the vicinity of its plants andfacilities. Creation of infrastructure in the surroundingvillages for communication, education, health care anddrinking water gets priority in the periphery developmentplans of the Company. Besides, the Company has beencontributing significantly for development programmes allover the State.Funds spent for Periphery Development works in Angul,Damanjodi, Bhubaneswar and other places of Orissa:Road Infrastructure : Rs.4152.44 lakhDrinking Water : Rs.2043.52 lakhEducation : Rs.1615.53 lakhCommunity Development,Public Buildings, Parks etc : Rs.1958.96 lakhCulture, Sports & Social Welfare : Rs.655.39 lakhHealth & Sanitation : Rs.665.80 lakhPlantation/Environment : Rs.99.99 lakhMay - July’ 099

PARICHAYAPrioritizing health careMobile health camps in Damanjodi sectorIn addition to various development projects, Nalco as aconcerned corporate, has been providing health care andmedical facilities in the most interior and remote villageswhere infrastructure is minimum or not available. Nalco hasits own well-equipped hospitals at Damanjodi and Angul,which extend medical facilities even to the outsiders. Besidesown Hospitals, Nalco's medical, para-medical and peripherydevelopment staff, with active support from districtadministration, organize free health check-up camps in thecontiguous villages regularly. In this context, in Damanjodisector, a series of mobile health camps in the periphery villageswere organized, giving special thrust to the villages situatedaround M&R Complex. During the last 2 months, theCompany has organized 11 such mobile health camps covering17 villages in the periphery villages of Damanjodi. The healthcamps have covered a number of villages from Koraput Block,Narayanpatna block and Laxmipur Block. It includes villageslike Jamput, Khalpadi, Dengaguda, Dumaguda, Kandhaguda,Kusumpodar, Hatimundo, Bhaluguda, Kerenga,Ariputuraghati, Kandhaputuraghati, Bariguda andBhittaramarichamala. More than 700 patients were providedfree consultation and medicines in these health camps.Similarly, mobile health camps were also organized atNalco has donated a Mobile Medicare Van, costingRs.6.5 lakh, to Ramakrishna Sevashram of BhadrakDistrict on May 22. Shri C.R. Pradhan, CMD, handedover the keys of the Medicare Van to SwamiAshrayananda, Secretary, Ramakrishna Sevashram, inNalco Bhavan premises in the presence of Shri JoyVarghese, Director (P&A), Shri B.N. Swain, ED(H&A),Shri P.C. Panigrahi, GM (H&A) and other seniorofficers of the Company. The Mobile Medicare Vanis aimed to serve as an easy access health care andmedical facilities unit, in the interior and remotevillage areas where infrastructure is minimum or notavailable. Earlier, the Company had also donated onesuch Mobile Medicare Unit to Help Age India,Bhubaneswar branch, to provide health care servicesat doorstep to needy senior citizens.Mobile Medicare VanSananerka, Meerdhaguda and Jamuguda villages of Laxmipurblock, on July 24. About 145 patients were provided medicaltreatment by the team of doctors.A team of doctors from Nalco Hospital, led by Dr. M.S. Rao,Dr. S.K. Lachab and paramedical staff have been visiting theperiphery villages twice a week. The team of doctors includes,Dr. S. Mishra, Dr. S.N. Padhi and Dr. D.K. Mohanty. ShriC.M. Mohanta, DM(HRD), Periphery Development Cell alongwith Shri Samir Majhi, JM(CC) are coordinating the activitiesin these health camps. Besides, Nalco has further plans toorganize more such health camps in other periphery villages.10 May - July’ 09

Relief measuresNalco extends relief measuresPARICHAYANalco has come to represent a better quality of life for communities residing in the vicinity of its plants and facilities.Apart from regular development activities, Nalco has been donating generously towards various relief measures.1Nalco in association with the Rotary Club of Temple City, Bhubaneswarextended relief materials among the fire and hurricane devastated victims ofAul and Rajkanika block of Kendrapara district. Relief materials includingessential commodities, clothes, polythene-sheets, utensils etc were distributedto the victims on May 14. The selections of blocks for relief distribution weremade by the Collector, Kendrapara, and the relief materials were distributed inthe presence of District Administration representatives. In the aftermath ofhurricane devastation, which had affected several villages, Nalco's assistancewas a great relief to the villagers. A team consisting of employees of Nalco andRotary Club coordinated the distribution of relief material among the villagers.A relief team of Periphery Development Cell, S&P Complex,led by Shri Anil Bhatt, CM(PR & PD), extended reliefmaterials to the fire affected villagers of Ganjara, in HindolBlock of Dhenkanal on February 28. Essential commodities,such as utensils and clothes were distributed among thevillagers in the presence of Shri Tathagat Satpathy, Hon'bleMember of Parliament. Besides, Tahsildar, Sarpanch andBlock Development Officer were also present during the2relief distribution.3Relief was also extended to the fire affected victims, ofMajhiamba village, under Tentulipadar Gram Panchayat atthe foothills of Panchpatmali Mines, Damanjodi. Thevillagers were provided with Tin sheets by Nalco. Shri R.N.Patnaik, DGM (Materials), Shri Bipin Khemundu, Gen.Secretary, NMEU, Shri Dama Mali, LDPEU, Smt. Tika Sirka,Sarpanch of Tentulipadar, along with the other members ofNMEU and Panchayat samiti coordinated the distribution.As part of periphery development activities, the PeripheryDevelopment Cell, S&P Complex, Angul, extended financialassistance of Rs.50000, towards study-cum-excursion of SC/ST students of Baji Rout Chhatrabas, Angul. During theexcursion, the students visited the Nandankanan zoo, AdivasiSangrahalaya and various places of historical importance.4May - July’ 0911

PARICHAYAMay DayMay DayMay Day reminds us of the past history of exploitation of the working class, particularly, during the period that followed theindustrial revolution. But gradually, the time has changed. Today, the Trade Union movement has become a major force,acknowledged by the industry and the government. May Day is an opportunity to remember and recognize the valuablecontributions made by the working community for the industrial and economic development of the Society.Secretary, Shri Jaladhar Singh & Shri Abhiram Rout(Working Presidents) and Shri Mangilala Samal, Vice-President, were present on the dais. At the outset,Shri P.K. Ray, delivered the welcome address. Thedignitaries spoke on significance of May Day andstressed on maintaining a harmonious relation withmanagement, to ensure higher production andproductivity.Like previous years, Nalco Employees Association, NalcoShramik Sangha & Nalco Employees Forum of CorporateOffice, Bhubaneswar, jointly celebrated May Day withmuch enthusiasm.Among various activities, a Jala Seva Kendra was opened infront of the Corporate Office and was inaugurated by ShriB.L. Bagra, Director (Finance) in the presence of Shri P.K.Parida, ED (Marketing), and Shri R.K. Mishra, DGM (Admn.).In a separate function organized in the evening, Shri A.K.Sharma, Director (Production), Shri S.K. Behera, GM(Materials), Shri B.K. Mishra, GM(DM&L), Dr. C.R. Mishra,DGM(R&D), and Shri A.K. Patnaik, DGM(IE&T), releasedthe souvenir, 'Shram Sarathi' (combined souvenir of thethree Unions). A new office premise of Nalco EmployeesAssociation was also inaugurated by the dignitaries. To markthe occasion, a cultural programme was also performed bya local troupe.Nalco Smelter Workers Union (NSWU) and Nalco Non-Executive Employees Union (NNEU), Angul, jointlycelebrated May Day in the premises of Union Office. ShriAmar Behera, noted HMS leader, presided over the meetingNalco Progressive Employees Union, (NPEU), Angul, alsocelebrated May Day in the Union Office premises. At afunction organized on the occasion, Shri R.C. Behera,General Secretary, NPEU, unfurled the flag in the presenceof office-bearers and members of NPEU. In the eveningfunction, Shri Jogendra Tripathy, Gen. Secy., State HMSand Shri Mahendra Bastia, Advocate, graced the occasionas the chief guest and chief speaker respectively. Amongothers, Shri Binod Seth, President, Shri R.C. Behera, Gen.12 May - July’ 09

PARICHAYAand Shri N. Satpathy, unfurled the HMS flag on the occasion.In his address, Shri Behera, urged upon to safeguard theinterests of the employees as well as to promote a healthyindustrial relationship for achieving higher growth andproductivity. Earlier, Shri Golekh Ch. Pradhan, deliveredthe welcome address, while Shri S.K. Bisoi, Shri RuchirDas, Aswini Pradhan, Shri Bharat Majhi and others alsospoke on the occasion, highlighting the importance ofcelebrating May Day. Shri Pratap Behera, Gen. Secretary,NSWU, proposed a vote of thanks. Members and officebearersof both the association were present on the occasion.May Day celebration at Kolkata office11th National Technology DayThe historic Technological Marvels of 11th May 1998 i.e.Nuclear Tests at Pokhran in Rajasthan, Test Firing of 1st TrishulMissile at Chandipur Test Range, Orissa and Test Flight ofHANSA-3 in Bangalore (the First all Composite Indigenous Two-Seater Aircraft) has proved India's capabilities in TechnologicalExcellence. To commemorate the day, Government of Indiahas declared 11th May as the National Technology Day. Likeprevious years, this year also Nalco joined the nation incelebrating the day.At Bhubaneswarof National Technology Day and remembered the fond memoryof 11th & 13th May 1998 which was a Red Letter Day in thehistory of Indian Science & Technology. The meeting was wellattended by Nalconians, Eminent Scientists, Technologists andEngineers of the State. Dr. C.R. Mishra, DGM(R&D) coordinatedthe function and proposed a vote of thanks on the occasion.At AngulNational Technology Day was also celebrated at the TrainingCentre, S&P Complex, Angul. Shri K.S. Sreedhara, ED(S&P),Nalco celebrated the 11th National Technology Day at CorporateOffice, Bhubaneswar on May 11. Prof. Sommanath Mishra,Eminent Metallurgist & Former Principal, Regional EngineeringCollege, Rourkela graced the occasion as the chief guest anddelivered the 11th National Technology Day Lecture on 'IndianScenario in Science Education and Research : The Backbone ofTechnology'. In his talk, Prof. Mishra highlighted the importanceof Science in achieving Technological excellence and urged theyoung generation to opt for Science Education & Research. ShriC.R. Pradhan, CMD, presided over the function. In hisPresidential address, Shri Pradhan emphasized on the importanceMay - July’ 09presided over the function. Dr. P. Ramachandra Rao, formerDirector of NML, Jamshedpur and Ex- Vice Chancellor, BanarasHindu University, graced the occasion as the chief guest anddelivered a talk on 'Natural Technology'. Shri P.R. Choudhury,GM (Smelter) and Shri R.P. Srivastav, GM(CPP) were amongthe dignitaries present on the occasion and spoke on thesignificance of Technology Day. Similarly, Shri S. Nanda, DGM(R&D) and Shri S.K. Naik, CM(TS) also made presentations ontopic 'Technological up-gradation in S&P Complex'. At theoutset, Shri B. Patra, CM(Chem.) delivered the welcome addresswhile the function concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri S.P.Mohapatra, Sr. Manager(R&D).13

PARICHAYAOur World - Our ConcernWorld Environment DayWorld Environment Day (WED) was established by the UN General Assembly in 1972 to mark the opening of the StockholmConference on the Human Environment. As many as 113 Countries participated in this Stockholm Conference and expressedtheir willingness to jointly fight the environmental crisis and draw the attention of the world populace towards conservingthe planet.Commemorated every year on 5th June, WED is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations stimulatesworldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action. This year the theme was 'Your PlanetNeeds You-UNite to Combat Climate Change'.Keeping in view the global concern, Nalco right frominception has given top priority to environmental managementand is commitment towards sustainable industrial growth.As in previous years, this year too, Nalco celebrated the 37thWorld Environment Day in all its Units. As part of thecelebration, plantation drives were undertaken at various sitesand offices of the Company. Besides, various competitionswere also organized on the occasion to generate generalawareness.At BhubaneswarA plantation programme was undertaken in coordination withHorticulture Department at Nalconagar, Bhubaneswar.Saplings of fruit bearing plants were planted on road side bythe employees. The mass plantation drive was aimed at creatingawareness among the people regarding their role in saving theenvironment.At DamanjodiAt M&R Complex, the employees participated in a massplantation programme. The day was commemorated withplanting of medicinal plants at Sabari and Shiva lake premisesby Shri.P.K. Mohapatra, ED(M&R), Sri B.N. Mohanty,GM(AR), Shri R.P. Swain, GM(H&A) and Shri S. Ghatak,GM(SPP). Besides a farmers meet was also organized on theoccasion. Shri Ram Mohan Das, Asst. Director (Agriculture)of Koraput, graced the occasion as the chief guest and presidedover the function. In his address, Shri Das advised the farmersto grow variety of vegetables in a phased manner under groupselection for better yielding and profitable marketing of yieldedcrop. On the occasion, Shri H.K. Pal, CM (Horticulture) alsomade a presentation on 'Use of Fly ash in agriculture'. Furtherto encourage plantation activities, saplings were distributedamong the farmers. A special news bulletin on environmentwas also distributed on the occasion.At AngulSimilarly, World Environment Day was celebrated at S&P14 May - July’ 09

Our World - Our ConcernPARICHAYAComplex, Angul. On June 5th morning, Shri K.S. Sreedhara,ED(S&P) in the presence of Shri P.R. Choudhury,GM(Smelter), Shri S.N. Das, GM(O&M) and other SeniorOfficials of the company, launched a plantation drive inthe premises of Deflouridation Plant. The plantationprogramme was jointly organized by SH&E and Horticulturedepartment. Employees in large numbers including membersof recognized unions and associations were present on theoccasion and participated in the plantation drive.At CPP, addressing the employees on the occasion, Shri R.PSrivastav, GM(CPP), spoke on the importance of safeguarding environment and emphasized on the importance of socialforestry and afforestation. Shri B.B. Das, DGM (Safety) also outlined various pollution control measures being taken byNalco. To mark the occasion, a mass plantation drive was organized at FOPH area of CPP.Van MahotsavVan Mahotsav, an environmental campaign initiated in the year 1950, by the noted freedom fighter and the then UnionMinister of Agriculture & Food Shri K.M. Munshi, is being celebrated across the Country every year to encourage socialforestry and conservation of forests. As in previous years, Nalco joined the Nation in celebrating this week-long programmeof plantation from July 1 to 7 at different units.At AngulAt Damanjodi60th Van Mahotsav was observed at Nalconagar, S&PComplex. To mark the occasion, Shri P.K. Pattnaik,GM(O&M), CPP, Shri R.P. Srivastav,GM(CPP), along withemployees of horticulture and other departments plantedsaplings while participating in a mass plantation drive. Onthe occasion, the dignitaries stressed on creating environmentalawareness among the people by initiating more plantationdrives in Nalconagar and adjoining localities.Earlier aplantation drive was inaugurated in the premises of JOT hostelby Shri A.K. Sahu, DGM(H&A). Employees, inmates of JOThostel, along with staff of Horticulture department participatedin the plantation drive. Besides, the teachers and students ofDelhi Public School, led by Shri B.K. Arora, Principal, DPS,also planted saplings in the school premises.May - July’ 09With the much awaited arrival of monsoon, which is alsothe harbinger of the planting season, the week-long VanMahotsav was celebrated at M&R Complex, Damanjodiwith much enthusiasm. Shri.P.K. Mohapatra, ExecutiveDirector (M&R), Shri R.P. Swain, GM (H&A), Shri R.C.Das, GM (Project) and Shri G. Abbasvalli, GM (Finance)planted saplings at Sabari and Shiva lake premises,Damanjodi to mark the inauguration of mass plantationdrive that was undertaken during the Van Mahotsav Week.The week long Van Mahotsav celebration included massplantation at Nalco Township, Refinery and Mines premisesapart from plantation at SVM and DPS schools by theteachers and students.15

PARICHAYAUtkal DivasUtkal DivasOrissa is a land of art and architecture, with a rich socio-cultural heritage. In 1803, Orissa was conquered by the EastIndia Company and for smooth conduct of administration, the southern part was merged with Madras Presidency, thecoastal region with Bengal and the western part with central provinces. The State was in the throes of asserting its ownlinguistic and cultural identity. Over a period of time, awakening among the people created a demand for a separateState on the basis of linguistic identity. Leaders and intellectuals like Pt. Gopabandhu Das, Madhusudan Das,RadhanathRay, Nilakantha Das, Krushna Chandra Gajapati, Fakir Mohan Senapati, Godabarish Mishra and others fought for thelinguistic identity & socio-economic development of Orissa and also emphasized on generating self-confidence and selfesteemamong the Oriyas. Eventually on 1st April, 1936, Orissa won its independence as a separate State.As in previous years, this year also, Nalco joined the peopleof its home state in celebrating Utkal Divas. Every year, onthis occasion, Nalco has been felicitating outstandingsportspersons in order to encourage budding talents. Thisyear the Company felicitated 2 outstanding youngsters ofthe State viz Amiya Mallick (Athletics) and Samir Baxla(Hockey). They were given away cash awards of Rs. 5000/-and a citation each.Among the dignitaries present on the dais were Shri C.R.Pradhan, CMD, Shri P.K. Routray, the then Director(Production), Shri B.L. Bagra, Director (Finance) and ShriB.N. Swain, ED(H&A). Presiding over the function, Shri C.R.Pradhan, CMD I/c, spoke on the glorious past and rich cultureof Orissa and highlighted the progress made over the years.Shri Pradhan also took the opportunity to underscore thesuccess achieved by the state on its industrial front. At theoutset, Shri B.N. Swain, ED(H&A), delivered the welcomeaddress. Renowned cardiologist & an expert in JagannathCulture Dr Kabi Prasad Mishra graced the occasion as thechief speaker and spoke on the eventful history of Orissaand sharing his experiences described how the day to daylife of people of Orissa is deeply connected with Jagannathculture. Dr. Mishra also appreciated Nalco's growth as India'sleading Aluminium producer and exporter. Shri P.K.Routray, the then Director (Production) and Shri B.L. Bagra,Director (Finance), also spoke on the occasion. Shri P.C.Panigrahi GM (H&A), proposed a vote of thank. To markthe occasion, a cultural programme was presented by thelocal troupes.At AngulAt S&P Complex, Utkal divas was celebrated with greatenthusiasm. Shri A.K. Sharma, the then ED(S&P) and eminent16 May - July’ 09

Utkal DivasPARICHAYAOriya novelist and writer Padmashree Dr. Prativa Ray, gracedthe occasion as the guest of honour and the chief guestrespectively. Shri S.S. Patnaik, GM(H&A), delivered thewelcome address. Among others, Shri S.K. Sinha, GM(Materials), Shri D.K. Choudhury, GM (Project), Smelter,Shri R.P. Srivastav, GM (CPP), and Shri S.K. Sinha, Sr.Commandant, CISF were the dignitaries present on theoccasion. At the outset, portraits of noted personalities, whowere responsible for the unification of Orissa, were garlanded.Shri Sharma, in his address appreciated the role of employeesin achieving Nalco's higher growth & productivity. Speakingon the rich cultural heritage of Orissa, Shri Sharma said, thatthe richness of art and culture can only be retained throughunity and dedication of its people. In turn, Dr. Prativa Ray,spoke high of the glorious past of Orissa and urged to preservethe rich art, culture and linguistic identity of the State.At DamanjodiAt M&R Complex, Utkal Divas was celebrated at the OpenAir Pendal of Sector -1. Shri P.K. Mohapatra, ED(M&R),graced the function as the chief guest, and well knownscholar of oriya literature and history, Prof. Bauri BandhuKar was the chief speaker. The distinguished guestsaccompanied by Shri B.N. Mohanty, GM(AR), Shri A.Chakraborty, GM(Mines), Shri G. Abbasvalli, GM(Finance), Shri P.M. Prakash, GM (O&M) and Shri G.S.Mohapatra, DGM(Admn.) offered floral tributes to thegreat sons-of-the soil.In his address, Shri Mohapatra, urged the employees tocome forward to extend support for building a prosperousand vibrant Orissa. Speaking on the legendary maritimetrade history of Orissa, Shri Mohapatra drew similaritiesabout Nalco's ambitious growth projects, which wouldsee the presence spread out in Asian, African and Gulfregions.To mark the occasion, a cultural programme was presentedby the artistes of All India Radio, Jeypore and Nrutyasala.On the occasion, Shri Sharma presented certificates andcheques to the employees, who have completed 25 years ofservices in the Company. Shri A.K. Sahu, DGM (HRD)proposed a vote of thanks, while the function concludedwith a cultural programme.May - July’ 0917

PARICHAYAFarewellOnce a Nalconian, Forever a NalconianShri S.S. Patnaik, GM(H&A) and Shri M. Bhengra,Manager(Met), Carbon Area, S&P Complex, Angul, onattaining the age of superannuation, retied from the servicesof the Company on June 30. A touching farewell wasaccorded to Shri Patnaik and Shri Bhengra at the HRDTraining Centre, S&P Complex, Angul. Among others, ShriK.S. Sreedhara, ED(S&P), Shri R.P. Srivastav, GM(CPP),and Shri P.R. Choudhury, GM(S) shared their feelings atthe farewell meeting and recounted their experiences ofworking with the retiring officers. Besides, representativesof various trade Unions, including Shri Dilip Mishra, ShriMangilal Samal, Shri R.C. Behera, and others spoke highof Shri Patnaik and Shri Bhengra. Subsequently the outgoing officers were handed over theirfinancial dues as well as service certificates and mementoes. Earlier, at a separate function,the office bearers and members of Nalco Employees' Sangha (NES) also accorded an emotionalfarewell to Shri Patnaik at the Union office premises. Shri Dilip Mishra, & Shri ChittaranjanBehera, (Working Presidents), and Shri Nirmal Samal, Gen. Secretary of NES recounted thecontributions of Shri Patnaik, besides highlighting his personality attributes.On attaining the age of superannuation, Dr. C.R. Mishra,DGM(R&D) and Shri K.K. Rajan, CM (Despatch),Corporate office, retired from the services of the Companyon June 30. Dr. Mishra and Shri Rajan were accorded atouching farewell at the auditorium of Nalco Bhawan,Bhubaneswar. Shri B.L. Bagra, Director (Finance), Shri A.K.Sharma, Director (Production), and others shared theirworking experiences with Dr. Mishra and Shri Rajan aswell as highlighted their personality attributes. Shri A.K.Sharma, Director (Production), presented mementoes andhanded over the service certificates to the retiring officerson the occasion. Dr. Mishra and Shri Rajan, thanked allfor their cooperation and support in discharging their duties.Shri Awadh Jha, GM(PP&M), Corporate office, retired fromthe services of the Company on attaining the age ofsuperannuation on July 31. A farewell meeting was organizedat the auditorium of Nalco Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. Shri P.K.Padhi, ED (Materials), handed over the service certificate andcheque to Shri Jha and Shri A. Sapra, ED (P&T) presented himthe plaque while Shri S.S. Manurkar, ED (Production) presentedthe memento. Many employees came forward and reminiscedthe sincerity and dedication of Shri Jha, who was associatedwith the Company for more than two decades.18 May - July’ 09

FarewellPARICHAYAShri Sasanka Sekhar Pattanayak, CM (Chemical Lab), S&PComplex, Angul, on attaining the age of superannuation,retired from the services of the Company and was accordeda heartfelt farewell by the employees of Captive PowerPlant on May 31. Friends and colleagues came forward onthe occasion and shared their working experiences withShri Pattanayak, besides highlighting his personalattributes. Among others, Shri S.S. Patnaik, GM(H&A),reminisced the sincerity and dedication of Shri Pattanayak.Shri R.P. Srivastav, GM (CPP) presented him a mementoand handed over the service certificate to Shri Pattanayak.Shri R.P. Mansingh, EA(Admn.), S&P Complex, Angul, retiredfrom the services of the Company, on attaining the age ofsuperannuation on March 31. A farewell meeting wasorganized at the HRD Conference Hall, S&P Complex, whichwas attended by colleagues and friends of Shri Mansingh.Among others, Shri A.K. Sharma, the then ED(S&P), Shri S.S.Patnaik, GM(H&A), Shri D.C. Sahu, GM(Finance) and ShriS.N. Das, GM(O&M), were the dignitaries present on theoccasion. Colleagues came forward on the occasion to sharetheir professional and emotional bonding with Shri Mansingh.The dignitaries presented him a memento and handed overthe service certificate.Shri J.C. Lenka, Sr. EA(Admn.) and Shri K.C. Mohapatra, SeniorAttendant, HRD, S&P Complex, Angul, on attaining the ageof superannuation, retired from the services of the Companyon April 30. Shri S.S. Patnaik, GM(H&A) and Shri D.K.Choudhury, GM (Project), Smelter, handed over the servicecertificates and mementoes to Shri Lenka and Shri Mohapatraat a farewell function, organized at the HRD Conference hall,S&P Complex. In their address, the dignitaries wished theretiring employees a happy and peaceful post retirement life.Shri B.L. Indra, EA, New Delhi office, on attaining the ageof superannuation, retired from the services of the Companyon June 30. Seen in the picture: Shri B.L. Indra, along withthe employees of New Delhi office at his farewell function.Parichaya also joins others in bidding the retiring employees adieu and prays for their good health and happiness.May - July’ 0919

PARICHAYANew Office-bearersNalco Employees' Central UnionThe following members of Nalco Employees' Central Union,Bhubaneswar were unanimously selected for 2009-2011:President : Shri Niranjan DasVice President : Shri Biraja Prasad KarGeneral Secretary :Shri Pradipta Kumar DasJoint Secretary : Shri Gyana Ranjan SahooTreasurer : Shri Tarunsen BarikRecognition to NECUNalco Employees' Central Union (NECU), of Corporate Office, has been accorded recognition on July 18. In a functionorganized at the HRD Centre of Excellence, Nalconagar, Bhubaneswar, Shri B.L. Bagra, Director (Finance), handed over theCertificate of Recognition to Shri Niranjan Das, President NECU, in the presence of Shri B.N. Swain, ED(H&A) and Shri D.B.Bhanja, GM(H&A). Besides, the members and Office-bearers of NECU were present on the occasion. In a separate function,organized at the Corporate office, Shri C.R. Pradhan, CMD, Shri K.K. Mallick, Director (Commercial), Shri B.L. Bagra,Director (Finance), Shri Joy Varghese, Director (P&A), and other senior officers of the Company congratulated the membersand office-bearers of the Union.Nalco Non-Executive Employees UnionThe following members of Nalco Non-Executive EmployeesUnion, Angul, were unanimously elected - 2009Chief Advisor : Shri Rajani Kant SinghPresident : Shri Aswini PradhanWorking President : Shri Nirmal SatpathyAd. Working Presidt.: Shri Ugrasen SahuVice Presidents : S/S Golekha Ch. Pradhan, Bharat Ch.Majhi, Biswanath Garnaik,Lokanath GarnaikDy. Vice Presidents : S/Shri Gagan Bihari Garnayak,Padmanav Sahoo, Pitanath Baskey,Sukanta SethiGeneral Secretary : Shri Amar BeheraOath taking ceremony of Nalco Non Executive EmployeesUnion (recognized union of CPP) was held at 'The Club'in Nalconagar, Angul, on July 19. Oath was administeredto the newly elected members by Shri S.S. Patnaik,GM(H&A). Among others, Shri R.K. Singh, MLA & ChiefAdvisor of NNEU, Shri K.S. Sreedhara, ED(S&P), Shri R.P.Srivastav, GM(CPP) and Shri P.K. Pattnaik, GM(O&M)were the dignitaries present on the occasion.Add. Gen Secy.Joint Gen. Secy.SecretariesJoint SecretariesDy. SecretariesAsst. SecretariesTreasurerAsst. Treasurer: Shri Naresh Ch. Sahoo: Shri Gour Prasad Tripathy: S/Shri Arjun Mohanty, Prashant Behera,Sukanta Nayak, Susant Samal: S/Shri Prabin Barah, Sanatan Bhutia,Barada Pattanaik, Prasanna Sahoo: S/Shri Chemutu Sahoo, Gokul ChandraGarnaik, Bhagabat Samal, BiranchiNarayan Pradhan: S/Shri Dambaru Dhar Sahoo, GurudevRout, Bijaya Gouda, Ratnakar Parida: Shri Girish Chandra Behera: Shri Prakash Ch. Sahu.20 May - July’ 09

Nalco Industrial Workers UnionThe following members of Nalco Industrial Workers Union,Angul, were unanimously elected for 2009-2010:President : Shri Bishnu MohantyVice-Presidents : S/Shri Dusmanta Das, Sitaram Pradhan& Sridhar BiswalGeneral Secretary : Shri N. SethiSecretaries : S/Shri K.C. Bhoi, R.N. Sethy,Abhya Samal, M. Nath & P. NaikTreasurer : Shri A.K. JenaNalco SC/ST Employees WelfareAssociationThe following members of Nalco SC/ST EmployeesWelfare Association, Damanjodi, were unanimouslyselected for 2009-2010:President : Shri Tilak Ram NialVice-President : Shri Tankadhar PujariGeneral Secretary : Shri Chaitanya BeleipadiaJoint Secretary : Shri Anirudha KhoslaTreasurer : Shri Prasanna NaikSub-Treasurer : Shri Trinath DehuryOrg. Secretary : Shri Jakarias XalxoOffice Secretary : Shri Sada NagNalco Smelter Sramik SanghaThe following members of Nalco Smelter Sramik Sangha,Angul, were unanimously elected for 2009-2010:Advisor : Shri Bishnu MohantyPresident : Shri Sivaji PatnaikWorking Presidents : Shri Bimbadhar Gochhayat& Shri Narayan SethiVice-Presidents : S/Shri P.C. Mallick, M.D. Mallick& H.B. NayakGeneral Secretary : Shri K.C. BhoiDy. Gen. Secretary : Shri B.B. NayakOffice Secretary : Shri K.M. BhoiOrg. Secretaries : Shri R.B. Behera & Shri S.C. SamadJoint Secretaries : S/Shri D. Pradhan, L.C. Soy & S. MajhiTreasurer : Shri G.C. SethiAsst. Treasurer : Shri D. MajhiMay - July’ 09Board of Trustees forNEPF TrustPARICHAYAThe Board of Trustees for Nalco Employees' ProvidentFund (NEPF) headed by the Chairman-cum-ManagingDirector of the Company has been reconstituted, followinga meeting of Board of Trustees on June 15. The meetingwas presided by Shri C.R. Pradhan, CMD, while Shri B.L.Bagra, Director (Finance), attended the meeting as specialinvitee. The representatives of NEPF Trust and officialswere also present on the occasion. The New Board ofTrustees for NEPF with the following members (nominatedby Employee's Recognized Unions and the Management)has been constituted (w.e.f 1st January 2009).Employees' RepresentativeShri B.P. Kar, Sr.PS, Corporate OfficeShri B.N. Soren, EA(Admn.), MinesShri L.D. Rout, EA(HRD), Alumina RefineryShri Malaya Swain, Acct., SmelterShri P.K. Behera, Sr. EA, (HRD), CPPEmployer's RepresentativesShri S.C. Das, ED (Finance), Corporate officeShri S.K. Das, DGM (Finance),S&P ComplexShri K. Ravindranath, DGM (Elect), M&R ComplexShri S.K. Mishra, CM(HRD), Corporate officeShri A.K. Rout, SM (Finance), Sr. Executive of NEPF Trust,Corporate officeShri P.K. Dhirsamant, AM (Finance), Corporate office asNEPF Trust-official21

PARICHAYAAwardedDr. Abhilash Jena, Manager (HRD), S&P Complex, has beenawarded with 'Utkal Pratibha Padavi Kabi Gopal KrishnaSahitya Samman - 2009' for his literary and creative writingsby the State Council for Artistic Research and Training (asocio-cultural organization functioning under the Dept. ofCulture, Govt. of Orissa). Dr. Jena received the award on theoccasion of Mahavishub Sankranti at Rabindra Mandap inBhubaneswar.Wedding BellsShri Manoj Maharana,JM (Mech.), AluminaRefinery, Damanjodi,got married to Kumudini,of Bhubaneswaron May 20.Shri Devi PrasadPattnaik, AM(Elect.),CPP, Angul, gotmarried to Anuradha,of Angul, on May 10.Runner upSmt. R. Vijaya Chakravarthy, Senior Manager (Systems),Corporate Office, was awarded as the runner up in Tata SaltLite Srimati - 2008 contest, organized by Big 92.7FM. Smt.Chakravarthy, received a cash award of Rs. 10,000/- at afunction organized at Bhubaneswar on January 14. Altogether20 participants from various parts of the State were selectedin the final round of the Srimati - 2008 competition. Theparticipants were selected through various competitions thatwere organized among the residents of different apartmentsof Bhubaneswar, Cuttack and Rourkela.Shri Gurminder Singh, GET(TQM) of Alumina Refinery,Damanjodi, got married toAmandeep of Phagwara,Punjab on February 15.Ms Jyotsnamayi Pradhan,Operator, C&I Department,Smelter Plant, Angul, gotmarried to Shri Prabir Pradhanof Naraharipur (working inMCL Talcher), on June 30.Shri Prasanta Gain,Operator-Gr-III ofOperation Dept. M&RComplex, Damanjodimarried to Seema,of Manlkangirion Februaray 10.Parichaya welcomes the brides and groom to Nalco familyand wishes the couples a happy married life.22 May - July’ 09

Ambedkar JayantiPARICHAYAAt BhubaneswarNalco Corporate SC/ST Employees Welfare Association,Bhubaneswar celebrated the 118th birth anniversary of Dr.B.R. Ambedkar at Nalconagar Auditorium, Bhubaneswar onApril 14. On the occasion, Shri P.K. Routray, the thenDirector (Production), was the chief guest and Shri KarthikPrasad Jena, Professor in Economics, Bhadrak AutonomousCollege, was the chief speaker. Shri G. Kameswar Rao, wasthe guest of honour. The dignitaries garlanded the portrait ofDr. Ambedkar. Shri S.K. Sethi, President, Shri Jatindra Naik,Secretary of the Association along with the office bearersand employees were present on the occasion. A culturalprogramme was also held on the occasion.At Angul118th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was celebratedat Nalconagar, Angul on April 14. In the morning, Shri A.K.Sharma, the then ED(S&P), Shri P.R. Choudhury, GM(S), ShriS.S. Patnaik, GM(H&A), along with the office-bearers of NalcoSC/ST Employees' Welfare Association and employees of S&PComplex, garlanded the statue Of Dr. Ambedkar at AmbedkarPark. The dignitaries spoke on the life and contribution of Dr.Ambedkar.The function in the evening was graced by Shri Sahadev Sahu,former chief secretary, Govt. of Orissa, as the chief guest.Eminent Journalist Shri Ravi Das, was the chief speaker.Among others, Shri S.S. Patnaik, GM(H&A), Shri R.P.Srivastav, GM(CPP) and Shri S.K. Sinha, Sr. Commandant,CISF, were the dignitaries present on the occasion. Thedistinguished guests garlanded the portrait of Dr. Ambedkarand in their address spoke on the multifaceted personality ofDr. Ambedkar. Shri G. Naik, President, Shri D. Dehury,May - July’ 09General Secretary of the Association along with other officebearers and members of the Association were present on theoccasion. The function concluded with a cultural programme.At DamanjodiNalco SC/ST Employee's Welfare Association, Damanjodicelebrated the birth anniversary of Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkarat Ambedkar stadium, M&R Complex on April 14. Shri S.C.Sethi, General Secretary, SC/ST Employee's Welfare Associationgarlanded the statue of Dr.Ambedkar in presence of executivebody members and office bearers of the association and otheremployees. Shri Sethi, also spoke on the life and contributionsof Dr. Ambedkar. It may be mentioned that, due to brazennaxal attack on April 12 at Mines of Nalco, the function wascelebrated in a Rather simplistic way.Pt. Raghunath MurmuJayantiNalco SC/ST Employees' Welfare Association celebratedthe 105th birth anniversary of Pandit Raghunath Murmu atNalconagar, Angul, on May 9. Shri K.S. Sreedhara, ED(S&P),graced the occasion as the chief guest. Shri P.R. Choudhury,GM(S), Shri S.S Patnaik, GM(H&A) and Dr. DamayantiBesra were the guests of honour. At the outset Shri D.Dehury, Secretary of the Association delivered the welcomeaddress. The dignitaries garlanded the portrait of Pt. Murmuand spoke on his life and eulogized his contributions inpromoting the Santhali culture and developing the Olchikdialect. Shri G. Naik, President of the Association presidedover the function.23

PARICHAYAKaleidoscopePanchpatmali Natya MahotsavThe 5 th State-level drama competition Panchpatmali Natya Mahotsav-2009 was organized at Sector-I Open Air Pendal, M&RComplex, from April 6 to 12. Attractive stage, drama workshops, food courts, handicrafts items and midnight cultural fair,were the main attraction of this week long drama festival. Altogether, 18 troupes from various parts of Orissa participated inthis competition. The play’ Sartta’, staged by Nalco Corporate office, bagged 5 prizes: Best Banner, Best Stage Craft (BiswanathRout & Aswini Sutar), Best Play Presentation – Jury Award, Best Actress – Jury Award (Rojalin Das) and 2 nd prize in MidnightCultural Fair. On the concluding Ceremony, Shri B.N. Mohanty, GM(AR), Shri R.C. Das, GM (Project) and Shri P.M.Prakash, GM(O&M), gave away the prizes to the winners in various categories.Best PlayBest PlaywrightBest DirectorBest Music DirectorBest ActorBest ActressBest Supporting ActorThe Top Winners: Shh…’, Shree Cultural Association, Sambalpur: Prusottam Bhuyan ‘Indu Bindu Subhendu’: Satya Ranjan Behera, ‘Shh…’: S.S. Badapanda & Sudeshna De, ‘Shh..’: Prakash Mohanty, ‘Bisha’: Alpha Nayak, ‘Bisha’: Nrusingha Mohanty, ‘BaunsaThengare Swandhinata’Best Supporting Actress: Santoshini Sahoo, ‘Jue”Best Comedian : Sunil Nayak, ‘Mahapapa’Drama troupe from Nalco corporate office, with Shri B.N. Swain,ED (H & A) and Shri P.C. Panigrahi GM (H & A)Best Child Artiste : Sonali Dash, ‘Bisha’Literary ConferenceThe annual literary conference of Barsha Sahitya Sansadwas held at M&R Complex, Damanjodi, on April 5. ShriP.K. Routray, the then Director (Production), graced theoccasion as the chief guest, while Shri P.K. Mohapatra,ED(M&R) and Shri B.N. Mohanty, GM(AR), were theguests of honour. Smt. Manorama Mohapatra, notedlitterateur and former Executive Editor of Oriya dailySamaja, was the chief speaker on the occasion. The themeof the conference was 'Role of a revolutionary andvisionary poet in changing the society'. Dr. ShatrughnaBehera, Principal, SVM, also spoke on the subject. ShriR.K. Sutar, DGM (HRD) & President of the Sansad, presidedover the function. The annual publication 'Barsha' wasreleased on the occasion, by Smt. Manorama Mohapatra.Shri Chakrapani Parichha, Shri Rabi Satapathy and ShriUpendra Mishra were felicitated on the occasion for theircontribution to literature. At the outset, Smt. DeepanwitaDas delivered the welcome address, while Shri Susant Dashread out the Secretary's report.A Kavi Sammelan was also organized in the afternoonsession of the conference and was presided by Dr. SharatChandra Parida, Vice-Principal, SVM. Dr. JashobantNarayan Dhar, Station Director, AIR, Jeypore, graced theKavi Sammelan as the chief guest and noted writer ShriKrushna Singh, as the guest of honour. The Sammelan waswell attended by about 200 poets from various parts ofthe State. Shri Ameya Vikrama Nandan Bhuyan, deliveredthe welcome address on the occasion.24 May - July’ 09

Talk by Shri Manoj DasEminent writer, novelist and recipient of Padma Shri awardShri Manoj Das, delivered a talk on ‘Manisha Aji, Gatakali,O Agamikali’ (Man Today, Yesterday & Tomorrow), at SVMopen-air auditorium , Angul on May 17. At the outset, ShriDas accompanied by Shri A.K. Sharma, the then ED(S&P), litthe ceremonial lamp and paid floral tributes to goddessSaraswati. Shri Arun Sahu, Secretary, Nalco OfficersAssociation, delivered the welcome address.KaleidoscopeFire service weekPARICHAYAIn his talk, Shri Das said that every individual in the societymust strive to achieve excellence and resolve the conflictingsituations through spiritual enlightenment.‘Today’s man is so preoccupied with his present that thefuture remains behind the curtain of his vision. He is notready to ponder over the future because he feels it is veryuncertain, and even a little inward thought digs out memoriesof a past burdened with agonies and woes’ added Shri Das.On the occasion, Shri A.K. Sharma, presented a memento toShri Das. Shri A.P. Mohanty, CM(Civil), Project proposed thevote of thanks.May - July’ 09The CISF Unit, at S&P Complex, Angul, observed the weeklongFire Service Week from April 14. Shri A.K. Sharma, thethen ED(S&P), Shri D.K. Choudhury, GM(S), Shri D.C. Sahu,GM (Finance), and Shri S.K. Sinha, Sr. Commandant, CISFwere among the dignitaries present at the inaugural ceremonyof Fire Service Week. On the occasion, the dignitaries paidtheir floral tributes to the martyrs, who had sacrificed theirlives against earlier fire devastations.Similarly, at the concluding ceremony Shri Lalit Das, DIG ofPolice, graced the occasion as the chief guest. To mark theoccasion, various activities including firefightingdemonstrations were organized on the occasion. Among thedignitaries, Shri A.K. Sharma, the then ED(S&P), Shri D.K.Choudhury, GM(S), Shri R.P. Srivastav, GM(CPP), Shri D.C.Sahu, GM (Finance) and Shri P.K. Patnaik, GM (O&M), CPPwere present during the firefighting demonstration by the firewing personnel. A two minute silence was observed inremembrance of the brave CISF Jawans, who sacrificed theirlives during the Naxals attack at Panchpatmali mines.On theoccasion, the dignitaries handed over the prizes to the winnersof various completions that were held earlier during the week.Midterm CME at Nalco hospitalThe midterm CME (Continuing Medical Education) programme was held at Nalco Hospital, S&P Complex, Angul on May 10.Shri K.S. Sreedhara, ED(S&P), graced the occasion as the chief guest and inaugurated the programme in the presence of ShriS.S. Patnaik, GM(H&A) and other officials. Eminent medicine specialists from Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Dhenkanal, Angul,Talcher and Sambalpur hospitals participated in the programme. At the outset, Dr. S. Soren, DGM (MS), Nalco Hospital,delivered the welcome address. During the CME programme, Dr. Sidharth Das, HOD (Medicine), SCB Medical College & Dr.P.K. Majhi, CMS, Nalco Hospital, along with other eminent doctors discussed various aspects and treatments of feverincluding heat stroke. Dr. P.K. Majhi, as the Organizing Secretary, conducted the proceedings of the programme. Besidesexchange of ideas, the midterms CME helped the doctors in improving knowledge and skills, and update themselves in use oftechnology in the medical field, ultimately benefiting the patients.25

PARICHAYAAluminium WorldNalco gets Andhra NoC for mining leaseThe Andhra Pradesh Government has granted a non objectioncertificate (NoC) to National Aluminium Company Limited,for grant of mining lease of two bauxite blocks inVisakhapatnam and East Godavari districts. The blocks, witha combined reserve of 80 million tonnes of bauxite, wereallotted to Nalco fot its proposed 1.4 million tonne per annumalumina refinery in Andhra Pradesh. Nalco will invest aroundRs7000 crore in the alumina refinery and its miningoperations.Business Standard, 11.07.09Aluminium prices gain 19% oninfrastructure spendThe economic stimulus packages announced by variouscountries with a thrust on infrastructure spending seem tohave boosted aluminium prices, which posted a quarterlygain for the first time in the last four quarters.However, the huge stockpiles in the London Metal Exchange(LME) may cap any possibility of sharp spike in prices.Aluminium prices have jumped 19.47 per cent in the secondquarter this year to $1,663 a tonne from $1,392 a tonne inthe first quarter. However, the gain was minuscule comparedwith the price of $3,136-$3,114 that prevailed betweenApril and June 2008.Besides the stimulus packages, the large inventory build-upby China boosted aluminium prices.The Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) accumulated8,82,600 tonnes in the second quarter, resulting in occasionaldeclines in LME monitored stockpiles.The companies that will benefit from the rise in aluminiumprices include the Government-owned National AluminiumCompany and Vedanta Group companies, BharatAluminium Company and Madras Aluminium Company.With the raw material cost declining substantially, theIndian companies are set to post a good performance in thesecond quarter.The average three-month forward price difference in theLME and the SHFE surged to $362 a tonne in May-June,with Shanghai being quoted at a premium. "China stockpiled28,657 tonnes of aluminium, an increase of almost 100per cent on a sequential basis.Business line, 15.06.09Hindalco net slips 31%Hindalco Industries Ltd, an Aditya Birla Group company, onFriday announced that its net profit during the first quarter endedJune 30,2009, decreased 31% to Rs 480.56 crore owing to fallin commodity prices. Net Sales for the quarter stood at Rs.3,899.49 crore, down 16.09% from Rs4, 647.53 crore in Q1FY09. Of total revenues of Rs.3899.49 crore, aluminium businesscontributed Rs.1421 crore, compared to Rs. 1943 crore inQ1FY09. Meanwhile, Hindalco has reached an agreement andreceived lenders' consent on revised terms including covenantrelaxations relating to $982 million bank loan.Also, in view of the volatility in domestic market anddevelopments in the international markets, the company's boardhas decided that Hindalco could, in addition to offering ofshares under the QIP route, issue share under the GDR or anyother instrument or any combination thereof. But in any case,the total amount to be raised will be restricted to $500 million.Hindalco said that in aluminium, the de-growth reduced to17.7% this quarter against 21.3% in the previous quarter, withJune alone lowered by 13.08%. 'This may suggest that theslowdown is lifting off the trough' the company said. Demandsin development markets have also shown signs of growth onquarter to quarter basis.Financial Express, 01.08.09Vedanta to start bauxite mining in OrissaAccording to sources, the London-based Vedanta Resources isexpected to start bauxite mining from the Niyamgiri mines inOrissa' Kalahandi district. The mining project has alreadyreceived he environment and stage I forest clearances.Vedanta Resources has set up 1million tonne alumina refineryat Lanjigarh in Kalahandi district through its group companyVedanta Aluminium Ltd. It has also set up a 0.25 million tonnealuminium smelter along with a 675 mw captive generatingplant at Jharsuguda. Vedanta Resources has firmed up a jointventure company with Orissa government owned Orissa MiningCorporation through its group company Sterlite Industries (India)Ltd. for mining bauxite from the JV company.The Centre had accorded the stage I forest clearance in December2008, with 32 conditions besides 16 general stipulations. Thealuminium company has already complied with the directives.It has also deposited Rs.121 crore with the state government forcompensatory forestry and other forest management andperipheral development measures. The Centre on April 28, 2009gave the environmental clearance to the mining project.Financial Express, 06.06.0926 May - July’ 09

The Good Old Days(Here is a piece of my invaluable experience in Mines. It willbe of great interest to people around us).One day we were in the return Bus from Mines. As usual theenvironment in bus was hilarious. Somebody raised a pointabout type of engines. i.e internal combustion, diesel or petroletc. I suggested coal engines in bus. Entire bus roared intolaughter. I tried to remember coal automotive engines havingread somewhere. I continued to argue that it was there before2nd world war. Some how, I could get one reluctant believer,Mr. Shankar a friend in need at that time inside the bus.Next day in the return bus he revealed the real story of buses.Immediately after reaching the house he had sent an email tohis learned elder brother, who was kind enough to dispel thedoubts with a prompt answer. Here are the e-mails.Respected Anna,Namaste. All are doing well. My colleagues were not believingthe existence of steam bus. They say buses started with ICengines only. My friends have agreed to believe your reply.Hence please give details of STEAM BUS. I remember U sayingabout steam buses of Chatrapur. A cleaner was appointed inOrissa for cleaning the coals from the bus. Pl. give details.Dear Sankar,I am happy to tell you the history of Bus!There is a slight gap in communication or understanding aboutthe buses that were run during Second World War &subsequently for some more time. Those buses were run bycoal gas generated by heating charcoal in the bus itself. Ourfather was at Sambalpur & it was very interesting to know thatthese buses start at 6am at Meramandali & reach only at 6pmin the evening at Sambalpur. The cleaner was to feed the boilerlike heater to generate coal gas, in the middle of the bus wherethe cleaner continuously feeds charcoal & blows a hand bloweragainst driver’s shower of abuses (Gali .. ) to speed up!!Even similar buses were run in between Berhampur &Chatrapur. Grandmother used to buy charcoal from thosecleaners. They were selling smaller sized ones in the name ofdust. (This was his income). Now it is obsolete in view ofavailability of natural gas in plenty. It is used in an internalcombustion engine only but fuel was coal gas generated onthe bus while in motion. If you need I can get more detailsMay - July’ 09Readers WritePARICHAYAlike the filters used before the gas is fed into engine. It wasnightmare for any body to travel by night in those buses. Bye- Anna(It has been quite long since I left Mines and has joinedSmelter at Angul. While reaching Angul through Meramandali,I remembered the above incident and had a hearty laugh. Iwish again to be inside MINES RETURN BUS.-Shri Bijoy Patnaik, Chief Manager (F), Smelter PlantNALCO - MYTH OR REALITYIn Tamil Nal- Stands for 'Good 'and Co-Means 'King'Hence Nalco imply' Good KingMost of us may not aware of the king's ruleWhat a good king's rule be? ,Thus Good Kings Rule is a myth but Nalco is realityMyth- In goods kings rule- All citizen use to be treatedequal, accordingly food, clothes and shelter wereensured.Reality - In Nalco- All the employee's are treated at parand accordingly food (canteen) clothes (Uniform)and shelter (Quarter) are provided.Myth: - In good king's rule most battles had to beencountered and to be wonReality: - Nalco had also seen many battles (Crisis) in thepast and over came the same.Myth: - In Good king's rule there would be good monsoonand harvesting of crops thrice in a year (Profit)Reality: - Nalco records good profit year after year since itscommissioningMyth: - King's always invade foreign soilReality: - Nalco proposes overseas ventureMyth: - King's needs a crown made of jewels to mark his ruleReality: - Nalco has a crown which is made up of glittering"NAVRATNA"As long as Good King's (Nalco) rule prevails, there will beprosperity not only to Nalconians, but also to the Nation.From Above Nalco is not only a GOOD KING in Tamillanguage but in all languages.Let us Be a Proud Nalconian-Tamil SelvanSr. Manager(Mech)-MES, Smelter Plant27

PARICHAYAOur ChildrenNalco students excelNalco is not aluminium alone. Apart from producing world class products, the Company is also looking after the educationof the children of its employees. Nalco manages 2 schools viz Delhi Public Schools and Saraswati Vidya Mandirs, located atAngul and Damanjodi, have been adorning academic excellence year after year. During 2009 academic year, these schoolshave achieved excellent results.The Toppers of Delhi Public Schools (DPS)CLASS-XDikshyaAngulHimanshuDamanjodiCLASS-XIIMitesh (Sc.)AngulUpasana (Sc.)AngulAvinash (Com.)AngulThe Toppers of Saraswati Vidya Mandirs (SVM)A.P. Tapaswini(Sc.)DamanjodiM.P. Sangeetha(Com.)DamanjodiCLASS-XRosalinAngulSibasisDamanjodiClass X DPS, Angul DPS, DamanjodiAppeared 146 131Passed 146 1151 st Division 136 110ToppersDPS, Angul: Dikshya Routray (97.2%)DPS, Damanjodi: Himanshu Shekhar Sahoo(95.80%), son of Smt. Goparani &Shri Saroja Sahoo, CM (Elect.) SPPClass X SVM, Angul SVM, DamanjodiAppeared 256 129Passed 241 1031 st Division 152 50ToppersSVM, Angul: Rosalin Sahoo (94.8%, State topperrank 6 th ), daughter of Smt. Pratima & K. C. SahSVM, Damanjodi: Sibasis Mohapatra (94%,State topper rank 12 th ), son of Smt. Sasmita &Shri Pradeep MohapatraCLASS-XIINaneeta(Sc.)AngulThe HighlightsTruptimayee(Arts)AngulClass XII (Sc.) DPS, Angul DPS, DamanjodiAppeared 110 37Passed 95 371 st Division 82 36ToppersDPS, Angul: Mitesh Tulsiyan (94.6%) &Upasana Priyadarshini Pal (94.6%)DPS, Damanjodi: A.P. Tapaswini (90.6%), daughter ofSmt. Bhanumati & Shri P.C. Behera, AM(M), SPPClass XII (Sc.) SVM, Angul SVM, DamanjodiAppeared 89 23Passed 80 211 st Division 18 04ToppersSVM, Angul: Naneeta Priyadarshini (81.3%),daughter of Smt. Sanjukta & Shri Akshaya Jena,Chargeman, Carbon Area, S&P ComplexSVM, Damanjodi: Vishal Kumar Sahoo (63%),son of Smt. Renubala & Shri R.C. SahooCommendableVishal (Sc.)DamanjodiClass XII (Com.) DPS, Angul DPS, DamanjodiAppeared 28 11Passed 28 101st Division 22 09ToppersDPS, Angul: Avinash Agarwal (83.8%)DPS, Damanjodi: M.P. Sangeetha (80.2%),daughter of Smt. Padma & Shri M.R. PrabhakarClass XII (Arts) SVM, Angul SVM, DamanjodiAppeared 55 37Passed 30 311 st Division 04 04ToppersSVM, Angul: Truptimayee Nayak (69.5%),daughter of Smt. Urmila &Late Shri Hrudananda NayakSVM, Damanjodi: Kabita Kumari Barik (64%),daughter of Smt. Namita & Shri Rameswar BarikPratyush, a student of Class XII, DAV, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar and son of Shri Manoranjan Das,C&I Dept., M&R Complex, Damanjodi has secured 96.2% marks in Class XII (Science) CBSE Exam. Apartfrom being the topper from his school, he has achieved 3rd position among best 10 students (Class XII) ofCBSE in the State. Pratyush aspires to become an electronic engineer in future and credits his success to theblessings of almighty and the inspirations of his teachers, mother Smt. Sanjibani and sister Pratyusmita. Apartfrom studies, Pratyush keeps keen interest in cricket and badminton.Nalco Management conveys its congratulations to the students as well as teaching staff through the pages of Parichaya.28 May - July’ 09Kabita (Arts)Damanjodi

Our ChildrenPARICHAYAAnindita, daughter of Shri N.K. Mondal,CM (Potlines), S&P Complex, Anguland a student of Class XII, DPS Angul,has secured 93.4 % marks in the ClassXII (Science) CBSE Exam. She has comeup with brilliant performance andqualified in various engineeringentrance tests including IIT, 2009. Eventually, she has joinedB. Tech (Electronics Engineering) in BHU, Varanasi.Similarly, Aspruha Ashna, daughter ofSmt. R. Sahoo, Teacher, DPS & Dr. A.Roul, Dy. Manager (Mines), CPP, Anguland a student of Nursery, DPS,Nalconagar, has been awarded 2nd prizein the fancy dress competition.May - July’ 09Shreeyanka, daughter of Smt. Sunanda,EA(PR) & Shri Uttamananda Rout, Sr.EA (Project), and a student of class VI,DPS, Angul, was awarded 1st prize(junior group dance competition) in the9th Cultural Festival 2009, organizedby Sa-Re-Ga-Ma of Nalconagar.Shreeyanka, received a trophy and acertificate from Shri D.C. Sahu, GM(Finance), S&P, at a function organizedon the occasion of Maha Bisuba Milana.Alok, son of Shri Khageswar Bhutia,Chargeman, Cast House, S&PComplex, and a student of Class V,of SVM, Angul has successfullycleared the Primary School scholarshipexamination in flying colours.Sweta, daughter of Shri Sukanta Senapati, Chargeman, CPP,Angul, and a student of Class III, DPS, Angul, has beenselected to participate in All IndiaChess Championship, in Chennai.Earlier, she had been ranked 4thposition in Orissa State (Under-9)Boys & Girls ChessChampionship. Besides, Sweta hasalso been awarded 2nd in Interschool chess Championship and7th in State school Championship.Subhashree, daughter of Shri S.K. Rath,Asst. Manager, Cast House (Oprn.), S&PComplex, and a student of Class VII, DPS,Angul, has bagged the 'Little MissPersonality ' award in the little Miss India(Nanhipary-2009) competition held at KIITUniversity, Bhubaneswar on May 3. Shereceived a trophy, certificate of merit anda cash award of Rs.9000/-, besides a yearvideo jockey contract with Josh Television.Subhashree being a budding Odissi dancerhas many awards to her credit, includinga first prize in 'Ama Oddissi Prativa'competition, held in 'Ama Orissa'progamme in Doordarshan.Joy Kiran Toppo, andhis team has won the'Break the Silence'rock bandcompetition,organized by Big 92.7FM at Bhubaneswar.Joy, son of Shri M.N.Toppo, Sr. EA(Mktg),Corporate office, and a student of Loyola School, is alead guitarist in Bhubaneswar based rock band 'DeccanAlly'. Being good at studies Joy is also an active sportsenthusiast. He has scored 93.85% in the recentlypublished Class X examination, conducted by ICSE.Besides, Joy has a track record of excellent performances.Lipsa, daughter of ShriDhirendra Nath Mallick,Chargeman, M&RComplex, and a studentof Class II, SVM,Damanjodi, has beenfelicitated by StateCouncil of ArtisticResearch & Training(SCART), for excellencein Odissi dance. Lipsareceived the certificate ofmerit at the 8th State Award ceremony, organized by SCART atJayadev Bhavan in Bhubaneswar.29

PARICHAYASportsKalahandi Cup CricketUnder-19 CricketAn inter-district Kalahandi Cup Cricket tournament washeld at Ambedkar Stadium, M&R Complex, Damanjodifrom January 10 to 12. Shri P.K. Mohapatra, ED(M&R),graced the occasion as the chief guest and inaugurated thetournament. Altogether, six teams participated in thetourney. In the final, Cuttack-B team defeated Koraputteam and emerged as the champion. The tournament wasjointly organized by Orissa Cricket Association andDistrict Athletic Association.An inter-department cricket tournament was also held atAmbedkar Stadium, M&R Complex, and was inaugurated byShri P.K. Mohapatra, ED(M&R), on March 3. Altogether sixteams i.e Electrical, Mechanical, Production, SPP, Mines andServices participated in this ten days long league cum knockUnder-19 inter-district cricket tournament was held atDamanjodi from January 18 to 21. Teams from Bhubaneswar,Sonepur, Malkangiri, Koraput, Rayagada and Nabarangpurparticipated in the tournament. Shri P.M. Prakash, GM(O&M),graced the occasion as the chief guest and inaugurated thetournament. Bhubaneswar-A team defeated Koraput team inthe final. On the concluding day, Shri G. Abbasvalli, GM(Finance) as the chief guest, handed over the prizes to thechampion and runner-up teams.Inter-department tournamentsAn inter-department volleyball tournament was held at M&RComplex from January 18 to 22. Altogether five teams ofM&R Complex participated in this league-cum-knock outbasis tournament.Shri R.P. Swain,GM(H&A), gracedthe occasion as thechief guest andinaugurated thetournament. In thefinal match, teamfrom Mechanicaldepartmentdefeated Operation department team in 3-0 sets. Shri G.S.Mohapatra, DGM(Admn.) handed over champion's trophyto winning team at the concluding ceremony.out basis tournament. In the final match, team from electricaldepartment emerged as the champion by defeated SPP by fivewickets. Shri Sushant Samal was declared as the Man of theMatch (in thefinal), whileShri SrikantaSahoo (SPP) wasawarded as theBest Batsman ofthe Tournament.Similarly, BestBowler andMost Valuableplayer awardwas received by Shri Asish Senapati and Shri Pankaj Chavan(both from Electrical dept.) respectively. Shri Suresh Maniaof Operation department was awarded for Best All RoundPerformance in the tournament. Shri R.P. Swain, GM(H&A)and Shri S. Ghatak, GM(SPP) graced the concluding ceremonyas the chief guest and guest of honour respectively and handedover the prizes to the winners in the presence of Shri G.S.Mohapatra, DGM (Admn.)30 May - July’ 09

HealthPARICHAYAInfluenza - A (H1N1)Influenza - A H1N1 virus ( known as Swine Flu) has created panic amongpeople across the world. First detected in Mexico in April 2009, it has spreadto many countries in the World including India and other Asian countries.This was originally referred to as 'Swine Flu' because the researchers foundthe presence of genes similar to that of Pigs (Swine) in North America. Further,laboratory testing showed that this new virus has gene segments from theswine, avian and human flu virus genes.Influenza - A (H1N1) virus is contagious and is spreading from human tohuman rapidly. It spreads through droplets created while coughing or sneezingby a person infected with the virus. The deadly flu has very common symptomsto that of a normal influenza or of seasonal flu.Common Symptoms of the H1N1 Flu Infection:Fever, moderately high, but unlike seasonal flu, can be absent in some cases tooNon productive coughRunny or stuffy noseSore throatBody acheHeadacheChillsFatigue/tiredness that can be extremeNausea/diarrheaSigns of a more serious H1NI flu infection might include pneumonia and respiratory failureDo's and Don'tsHere are some easy steps that one can take to tackle a flue virus of any kind. Following simple steps as cough etiquettes(covering mouth & nose with handkerchief or tissue paper while coughing)Stay at least an arm's length from persons coughing or sneezingAvoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth and wash your hands frequentlyTry to stay in good general health, be physically active and get 6 to 8 hours of good sleepDrink sufficient water to flush out the toxins from your system and eat nutritious foodAvoid crowded places which is closed & confinedThe high risk groups that need special attention are old people, young children, expecting mothers and chronic patientsSwine flu is certainly one of those diseases where ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. It is essential to rememberthat all kinds of viruses and bacteria can attack, when one's immune system is weak or can be weaken easily. Hence, buildingyour own defences would be a better, more practical, long-lasting and much more economical idea.Information also available onwww.mohfw.nic.in (Website of Ministry of health & family welfare)Toll free help lines: 1075 or 1800114377May - July’ 0931