Balconagar. IndustrialPunch : Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO) has been honoured with the Third Prize in the Public and Private Sector Undertakings category for its exhibition pavilion at Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav 2026. The award was presented by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai to Ms. Shubhra R., Head of Communications, BALCO and Mr. Vijay Bajpai, Public Relations Officer.
The recognition acknowledges BALCO’s presentation of its industrial capabilities, women-led operations, technological innovations and community development initiatives. The three-day Rajyotsav was organised from November 1 to 3 at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Udyog and Vyapar Parisar in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar to mark the foundation day of Chhattisgarh.
Pavilion Showcases the Power of Women
Based on the theme ‘Women Power: A New Flight Towards Developed India’, BALCO’s pavilion highlighted the growing role of women in shaping India’s industrial and socio-economic progress.
In alignment with the broader Rajyotsav 2026 theme, ‘Empowered Women, Youth in Flight’, the exhibition showcased women’s participation in industrial operations, technology and community development. It also highlighted BALCO’s initiatives to create opportunities for women in a progressive and future-ready industrial environment.
Spotlight on Aluminium Manufacturing and Innovation
The pavilion also showcased BALCO’s manufacturing capabilities and its contribution to strengthening India’s aluminium industry. A key attraction was the presentation of India’s first and largest 525 kA aluminium smelter, reflecting the company’s focus on technological innovation, production excellence and future-ready manufacturing.
Visitors were also introduced to the complete aluminium production process and value chain, along with the metal’s importance in infrastructure development, nation-building and the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.
BALCO Chief Executive Officer and Whole-time Director, Mr. Rajesh Singh, said, “This recognition at Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav reflects the collective efforts of the BALCO team and our continued commitment to excellence. Through our pavilion, we demonstrated how industrial progress and social development complement each other, with women playing an increasingly important role. While strengthening our manufacturing capabilities through technology and innovation, we remain committed to creating opportunities, empowering communities and contributing to the development of Chhattisgarh and the progress of the nation.”
Community Development Initiatives Highlighted
Highlighting BALCO’s role in advancing community development, Captain Dhananjay Mishra, Head – Corporate Affairs and Administration, BALCO, said, “Sustainable progress is driven by empowering people and strengthening communities. Through sustained efforts across areas such as skill development, women’s empowerment and sustainable agriculture, we are creating opportunities that help ensure long-term positive impact and improve people’s quality of life.”
Alongside its industrial achievements, BALCO showcased its community development initiatives in education, healthcare, women’s empowerment, youth skill development and livelihood enhancement. Through these initiatives, the company has contributed to bringing positive change across 128 villages and reaching more than 1.8 lakh people.
During the three-day event, BALCO’s pavilion was visited by citizens from across the state, public representatives and government officials.
The recognition further reinforces BALCO’s commitment to advancing industrial excellence while contributing to inclusive and sustainable development, and supporting India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation.
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