- The company received recognition in the ‘Platinum’ category for its CSR efforts in Odisha
New Delhi, Hisar, Bhubaneswar, February 03, 2026: Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, has been conferred the ‘Brand of the Year – CSR’ award in the Platinum category at the Sambad Corporate Excellence Awards 2026. The recognition highlights the organisation’s exemplary Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in Odisha, with sustainability, community development, and stakeholder engagement embedded at the core of its operations in Odisha, home to its state-of-the-art plant.
The award was conferred by the Chief Guest, Shri Sampad Chandra Swain ji, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Industries, Skill Development and Technical Education, Government of Odisha, in the presence of industry leaders and distinguished guests, at a felicitation ceremony held on 30 January. The award was received by Mr. Sukanta Kumar Rath, Deputy General Manager – CSR (Jajpur), Jindal Stainless.
In the picture (from L to R): Ms. Tanaya Patnaik (Editor, Kanak News & Sambad); Shri Sampad Chandra Swain (Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Industries, Skill Development & Technical Education, Government of Odisha); Mr. Sukanta Kumar Rath (Deputy General Manager – CSR, Jindal Stainless – Jajpur); Mr. Sudhi Ranjan Mishra (General Manager – External Relations, Jindal Stainless – Jajpur); Mr. Saumya Ranjan Patnaik (Chairman, Eastern Media Limited); and Dr. Monica Nayyar Patnaik (Director, Eastern Media Limited)
Speaking on this achievement, Jindal Stainless, Managing Director, Mr Abhyuday Jindal, said, “As part of our continued commitment to integrating ESG principles into our ways of working, the social pillar remains a key driver towards enabling sustainable and inclusive growth in Jajpur, Odisha. We remain committed to strengthening the communities where we operate, and beyond, and this recognition reaffirms our belief that businesses must play a proactive role in creating long-term social value alongside economic progress.”
Speaking on the recognition, Jindal Stainless, Unit Head – Jajpur, Mr Deepak Agarwal, said, “The recognition is a testament to the company’s consistent on-ground efforts in Odisha to deliver measurable outcomes in community development. We remain committed to deepening our engagement with stakeholders and responsibly scaling our social impact.”
The Sambad Corporate Excellence Awards 2026 recognises organisations demonstrating exemplary performance, leadership, and impact across business excellence, sustainability, and social responsibility, with the Platinum Category honouring organisations that consistently set benchmarks for excellence, innovation, and responsible growth.
About Jindal Stainless
India’s leading stainless-steel manufacturer, Jindal Stainless, had an annual turnover of INR 40,182 crore (USD 4.75 billion) in FY25 and is ramping up its facilities to reach 4.2 million tonnes of annual melt capacity in FY27. 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 2025. In India, there are ten sales offices and six service centres, as of March 2025. 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, the company continues to be inspired by a vision for innovation and enriching lives and remains committed to social responsibility.
Jindal Stainless is focused on a greener and sustainable future, manufacturing stainless steel using electric arc furnace technology, which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions and enables high levels of recyclability without compromising quality.