Tata Steel Mining launches Sparrow Conservation initiative “Love Sparrow” in Sukinda

To spread message on enhancing the population of house sparrows whose number are said to be fluctuating in recent times, Tata Steel Mining Limited (TSML) has started a conservation drive ’Love Sparrow’ at its Sukinda Chromite Mine located in Jajpur district, Odisha. Artificial nest boxes, prepared based on scientific design and field data, were distributed to 40 volunteers who came forward to contribute for sparrow conservation. The idea behind the initiative is to help the birds to build more nests in the boxes while drawing public attention towards conservation of the species.

Dr Randal D. Glaholt, international biodiversity expert, formally launched this initiative along with Mr Pankaj Kumar Satija, Managing Director, Tata Steel Mining Limited. The event was also graced by Ms Gayatri Devi, Wildlife and Ecology Research Biologist and Mr Sushant Kumar Mishra, Senior General Manager, TSML. 

Enthralled by the initiative, Dr Randal D. Glaholt said “Love Sparrow programme is a great measure by Tata Steel Mining as a part of its Biodiversity Management Plan. These grass roots steps will help in conservation of sparrows and ultimately contribute to enriching biodiversity of the region”. 

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Satija said “We have taken several environmental initiatives for the conservation and restoration of biodiversity in our areas of operation. Community involvement is an important element for the success of biodiversity conservation initiatives. I am hopeful this drive will go a long way in raising awareness about  the importance of sparrow conservation. “

An ambassador to the common bird species, the common house sparrow is one of the most ubiquitous birds around and a familiar winged companion of human beings. However, its numbers have seen a fluctuating trend in the recent past. The event created a hope for the conservation of the house sparrow and its habitat.

About Tata Steel Mining Limited

Tata Steel Mining is a 100 % subsidiary of Tata Steel. With the change of name from Tata Steel Alloys Limited to Tata Steel Mining Limited, the company has redefined itself from a ferro chrome manufacturer to an integrated chrome value player. Tata Steel Mining is among the leading players in chrome ore mining and the ferro alloys C_business in India. Starting from mining, to making ferro chrome, managing the supply chain and associated processes, Tata Steel Mining serve its esteemed customers both in the national and international markets. Its operations leverage Tata Steel’s (parent company) domain expertise in mining, innovation capabilities, sustainability, and long-standing position in the Chrome business. Furthermore, it is leveraging its mining expertise and strong relationships with customers to expand the business and inject it with its new-found rigour and focus.

The values of visionary leadership, excellence, valuing employees, communities & partners, Sustainability, organizational and corporate citizenship are embedded in the Purpose, Vision and Values of Tata Steel Mining and are aligned with the Tata Steel Founder’s philosophy and Tata Group values

Tata Steel Mining’s capacity for high-carbon ferro chrome manufacturing has increased to nearly 500 KTPA. Its  manufacturing base includes two of its own ferro chrome smelting facilities in Odisha, Gopalpur and Athagarh, as well as six partner smelter plants spread across four states in eastern and central India. Company’s  three chrome ore captive mines in Sukinda, Saruabil, and Kamarda provide a reliable supply chain for its ferro chrome operations. The company has built a well-integrated value chain from mine to market using this infrastructure.

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