- CSR representatives from leading industries trained on prevention, awareness and community-led management of malaria, dengue, filaria and other vector-borne diseases
Jajpur, September 04, 2026: In an effort to strengthen collective action against vector borne diseases, Jindal Stainless Foundation, the CSR arm of Jindal Stainless, organised a one day workshop and advisory programme in association with the District Health Office, Jajpur. The programme brought together CSR representatives from leading industrial organisations to enhance their understanding of vector-borne diseases and strengthen their capacity to drive awareness and preventive healthcare practices in communities.
The workshop covered the causes, symptoms, prevention, identification and control of malaria, dengue, filaria and other vector-borne diseases. Representatives from the CSR departments of VISA, Tata Steel, IMFA, JSW, Nuvoco, BRPL and OMC participated in the programme. Through expert-led sessions and practical guidance, participants gained knowledge and skills to support disease prevention and control initiatives in their respective operational areas and neighbouring communities.
The initiative aimed to build the capacity of CSR professionals and health practitioners to promote preventive healthcare practices and contribute to making villages safer and more resilient against vector-borne diseases.
Speaking on the occasion, Head – Corporate Social Responsibility, Jindal Stainless, Ms Pritika Chand, said, “Vector borne diseases continue to pose a significant public health challenge, particularly in vulnerable communities. Addressing this challenge requires sustained awareness, preventive action and collaboration among multiple stakeholders. Through this workshop, we aim to strengthen the capacity of CSR professionals and health practitioners to take informed, community-led action and amplify the impact of healthcare interventions. At Jindal Stainless Foundation, we remain committed to working with communities and partners to promote preventive healthcare and contribute to healthier and more resilient communities.”
The technical sessions were led by Regional Coordinator, World Health Organization (WHO), Dr Nishith Ranjan Das; State Resource Trainer, Dr Ravishankar Pandit; Additional District Medical Officer, Dr Rashmi Ranjan Sahu; and District Vector Borne Disease Consultant, Mr Baladev Nanda. The experts provided guidance on disease prevention, surveillance, diagnosis and community-level interventions.
As part of its ongoing efforts to combat vector-borne diseases, Jindal Stainless Foundation regularly conducts awareness sessions in vulnerable communities, focusing on the causes, symptoms, prevention and early treatment of malaria and other vector-borne diseases. The workshop is expected to further strengthen health awareness and enable participating organisations to take a more proactive role in preventing and controlling vector-borne diseases across the region.
About Jindal Stainless
India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, Jindal Stainless, had an annual turnover of INR 42,955 crore (USD 4.86 billion) in FY26 and an annual melt capacity of 4.2 million tonnes. It has 16 stainless steel manufacturing and processing facilities in India and abroad, including in Spain and Indonesia, and a worldwide network in 12 countries, as of March 2026. In India, there are ten sales offices and six service centres, as of March 2026. The company’s product range includes stainless steel slabs, blooms, coils, plates, sheets, precision strips, wire rods, rebars, blade steel, and coin blanks.
Jindal Stainless relies on its integrated operations to enhance its cost competitiveness and operational efficiency. Founded in 1970, Jindal Stainless continues to be inspired by a vision for innovation and enriching lives and is committed to social responsibility.
Jindal Stainless remains focused on a greener and sustainable future. The company manufactures stainless steel using electric arc furnace, a process that significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions and allows for recyclability of scrap without compromising on quality.