By NSB.News
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has been honored with the Biju Patnaik Sports Award for 2023. The award recognizes NALCO’s significant efforts in promoting sports and games.
Shri Sridhar Patra, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NALCO, received the prestigious award from Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Odisha, during a special ceremony held on National Sports Day at the Convention Centre, Lok Seva Bhawan, Bhubaneswar.
NALCO has been a staunch supporter of sports through various initiatives, including sponsoring athletes, supporting sporting events, and investing in sports infrastructure. Expressing his gratitude upon receiving the award, CMD Shri Sridhar Patra stated, “We are honored and inspired to continue supporting and fostering sports and related activities in the State and Nation. Receiving the Biju Patnaik Sports Award will further boost our dedication to support the sporting community.”