Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav

'COVID Vaccine Amrit Mahotsav' campaign was launched on July 15, 2022 by Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to give an impetus to Precaution Dose as part of the national COVID vaccination drive. Under the campaign JNARDDC encouraged its employees and staff to avail the free precaution doses at all Government COVID Vaccination Centres for persons aged 18 years and above for 75 days (July 15 to September 30, 2022).

JNARDDC distributed the national flag to all employees and staff during ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign which was undertaken under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav during 13-15 Aug 2022 to encourage employees and staff to bring the Tiranga home and to hoist it to mark the 75th year of India’s independence. The idea behind the initiative was to invoke the feeling of patriotism in the hearts of the people and to promote awareness about the Indian National Flag. All of them virtually pinned the flag and posted selfies with the national tricolour on the site.

A “75 kms Cycling Event” was conducted on 31st July 2022 by JNARDDC. More than 100 cyclists from all over the city participated in the event which culminated in JNARDDC premises. The participants included renowned national and internationalist cyclists.

Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development & Design Centre (JNARDDC), Nagpur undertook a mass plantation program as a part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) iconic week celebration of Ministry of Mines. AKAM is an initiative of the Government to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of independence and the glorious history of it's people, culture and achievements to enable Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of activating India 2.0, fuelled by the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The official journey of AKAM commenced on 12th March 2021 and will end post a year on 15th August 2023. All the organizations of Ministry of Mines have undertaken different events during this Iconic week from 11th to 17th July. The iconic week mass plantation program of JNARDDC on 15th July 2022 was inaugurated at the hands of Chief Guest - Ms Nirupama Kotru, IRS, Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor, Ministry of Coal & Mines. She also inaugurated the cement road of JNARDDC and new facilities of coal sample preparation lab. She appreciated the technical assignments being undertaken by JNARDDC for NITI Aayog, Ministry of Mines, aluminium industry, power sector (Bureau of Energy Efficiency), coal sector as the referee lab for third party coal sampling and as Metal Recycling Authority (MRA). She applauded the efforts of JNARDDC and the Social forestry division in making JNARDDC campus evergreen with regular plantation programs. Dr Anupam Agnihotri, Director, JNARDDC stated that JNARDDC would scale new heights in scientific research activities and surpass its revenue generation targets. Mr Laxmikant M Padole, Director, Neem Research & Technology Development Centre, Kalmeshwar, Nagpur showcased a brief film about the benefits of organic farming and mass plantation program for sustaining the environment for the future generations. All the employees and staff planted around 150 saplings in JNARDDC campus. The program was compered by Ms R Vishakha, Admin Officer and vote of thanks was proposed by Mr R Srinivasan, Sr Admin Officer.

JNARDDC in alliance with Lok Kalyan Diagnostics, Nagpur organized a health checkup camp in JNARDDC premises on 7th April 2022 as a part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav events. Around 51 employees underwent health checkup in phase-1 covering CBC, serum cholesterol, RBS, serum, creatinine and thyroid test. ECG and other tests shall be taken up in Phase-2 with a renowned multispecialty hospital. /

JNARDDC, Nagpur autonomous body of Ministry of Mines has organized blood donation camp on 7th January 2022 under the आज़ादी का अमृत मोहत्सव, AKAM which is initiated by Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and to remember freedom fighters who have wholeheartedly contributed for the independence for our country. This is a noble way of patriotic contribution to our motherland. This is one of the best opportunities offered by the Government of India to pay our tribute to our nation. On this occasion, we are encouraging our employees and staff to come forward and donate blood voluntarily. In the first phase on 16th August 2021 nearly 27 employees donated blood. Dr Anupam Agnihotri, Director JNARDDC expressed his gratitude towards the donors of the first phase. In the second phase the total no of donors turned out to be 55 thus making 82 donors in the completed list. It was observed that lady employees were ahead in donating the blood. The event is organized by Mr R Srinivasan and Mrs R Vishakha, Admin officers of JNARDDC, Nagpur /

JNARDDC, Nagpur an autonomous body of Ministry of Mines organised an “Inter-office Rangoli competition” as a part of the envisaged task of “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” on 17th December 2021 in the office of JNARDDC, Nagpur. The event was inaugurated by Dr Anupam Agnihotri, Director, JNARDDC and around 50 participants from SBI, IDBI, Bank of Baroda, MECL, LIC, Social Forestry, Army, IBM, JNARDDC etc prepared spectacular and colourful rangoli. All the participants covered the theme of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav ranging from patriotism to festival and different culture of India. Ms Pradnya Ghayal of LIC secured the first position followed by Ms Mayuri Patre of Bank of Baroda on second spot. Ms Payal Bothra of SBI and Mr Rajesh Amre of JNARDDC shared the 3rd prize. Consolation prizes we awarded to Ms Santhoshi Sharma of IDBI and Ms Prajali Tijare of LIC. The program was organized by Mrs. R. Vishakha, Admin Officer and her team and vote of thanks was done by Mr R Srinivasan, Sr Admin Officer. /

JNARDDC, Nagpur an autonomous body of Ministry of Mines organised a “75 kms Cycling Event” as a part of the envisaged task of “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” on 12th December 2021 at 05:30 hours from the office of JNARDDC, Nagpur to Kondhali. The event was flagged off by Dr Anupam Agnihotri, Director, JNARDDC and renowned cyclist Dr Amit Samarth who is the only man in Asia to have completed the two longest cycling races in the world — Race Across America (RAAM) and Trans Siberian Extreme (TSE). 130 cyclists participated in the mega event which includes Shri Sachin Shirbawikar and Shri Pannalal Sevak both of them have completed deccan cliff-hanger (pune to Goa), Dr Bhupendra Arya (78 years) and others from central and state government offices, banks, PSUs etc. Dr. Anupam Agnihotri, chairman of the organizing committee along with Shri K.J. Kulkarni of JNARDDC awarded mementos, participation certificates and T-shirts made from recycled plastic (sponsored by Metal Recycling Authority of India, MRAI) to all the cyclists. Chief Guest Dr Amit Samarth urged everyone to commute by cycle to promote a fit and healthy society along with pollution free environment. /

The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) has been initiated by Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture and achievements. Keeping in line with the Govt initiative, JNARDDC has undertaken series of tasks which include spreading awareness about scientific achievements & technological advancements in the field of aluminium, which have made a huge impact to India’s growth, both domestically and internationally. JNARDDC organized an Inter-School Quiz Contest on 12th Nov 2021 for school children between Class 8 to 10. The jury consisting of Dr. Md. Najar, Dr Suchita Rai, Dr PG Bhukte and two external teachers- Ms Afiya Riyaz & Ms Vanshika Dadlani evaluated 19 participating schools consisting of around 75 children. Ms Tanushree Raghatate and Mst Sanman Ghanbahadur of Bhavan's school, Trimurti Nagar bagged the 1st prize followed by Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ambazari team comprising of Mst Kanishka Tyagi and Mst Parth Chanape on 2nd spot. The 3rd prize was won by Prathmesh Dhoke and Mst. Nisheet Bawankar of Sacred Heart Academy, Patansaongi. Dr. Anupam Agnihotri, Director JNARDDC handed over the prize money, certificates and trophies to the winners and consolation prizes were also awarded to Bhavan's Lloyds Vidya Niketan, Wardha (4th) and Delhi Public School, Lava (5th). The program was conducted by Quiz Master Mrs. R. Vishakha, Admin Officer and her team of Mr. Kola I Raju and Ms Prachi Pradhan. The award of participation certificates and vote of thanks was done by Mr R Srinivasan, Sr Admin Officer. /

The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) has been initiated by Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture and achievements. Keeping in line with the Govt initiative, JNARDDC has undertaken series of tasks which include spreading awareness about scientific achievements & technological advancements in the field of aluminium, which have made a huge impact to India’s growth, both domestically and internationally. JNARDDC organized an Inter-School Quiz Contest on 12th Nov 2021 for school children between Class 8 to 10. The jury consisting of Dr. Md. Najar, Dr Suchita Rai, Dr PG Bhukte and two external teachers- Ms Afiya Riyaz & Ms Vanshika Dadlani evaluated 19 participating schools consisting of around 75 children. Ms Tanushree Raghatate and Mst Sanman Ghanbahadur of Bhavan's school, Trimurti Nagar bagged the 1st prize followed by Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ambazari team comprising of Mst Kanishka Tyagi and Mst Parth Chanape on 2nd spot. The 3rd prize was won by Prathmesh Dhoke and Mst. Nisheet Bawankar of Sacred Heart Academy, Patansaongi. Dr. Anupam Agnihotri, Director JNARDDC handed over the prize money, certificates and trophies to the winners and consolation prizes were also awarded to Bhavan's Lloyds Vidya Niketan, Wardha (4th) and Delhi Public School, Lava (5th). The program was conducted by Quiz Master Mrs. R. Vishakha, Admin Officer and her team of Mr. Kola I Raju and Ms Prachi Pradhan. The award of participation certificates and vote of thanks was done by Mr R Srinivasan, Sr Admin Officer. / 98

A Plantation Program was undertaken in JNARDDC premises on the eve of Mahatma Gandhi birth anniversary as a part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebration. The employees and staff planted 75 nos of saplings under Phase II of the plantation program on 1st & 2nd Oct 2021 /

JNARDDC, Nagpur celebrated the National Sports Day to honour the legacy of the wizard - Major Dhyan Chand and acknowledge the importance of sports in our life. JNARDDC organized a brief lecture about the legend on 30th August 2021 as a part of the “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” celebration. This was followed by a badminton and table tennis exhibition match between the last year winner and runners up with a view to highlight the significance of sports for physical and mental fitness. /

A blood donation camp was organized in JNARDDC premises on 16th August 2021 as a part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebration. Around 31 employees and staff donated blood in the camp conducted by the State Government Medical College & Hospital (IGGMCH) conducted the camp /

A drawing competition was organized on 15.08.2021 for children of all employees and staff with the theme- “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav”. The 75 participants were awarded participation prizes by Director, JNARDDC during the independence day celebrations. /

JNARDDC launched the “Fit India Freedom Run 2.0 - Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” event today (13.08.2021) from the JNARDDC technical complex. Around 55 employees and staff participated in the inaugural run of 3 kms and it shall be coupled with other events during the period upto 2nd Oct 2021. /

The Hon;ble Prime Minister Shri Modi Ji launched the Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav which is is a series of events organized by the government of India to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Independence. The mahotsav will be celebrated as a peoples' movement across the country. In this regard, JNARDDC, Nagpur is conducting an online lecture series on " Aluminium - From Mine to Metal" to selected departments of NITs, IITs, regional and reputed colleges (75 colleges). The lecture series commenced from the week starting from 12th March 2021 with VNIT, Nagpur. JNARDDC is also in the process of making a 3-5 minutes video film, factsheets, leaflets on the growth of Aluminium Industry of India covering all segments and sectors. /