Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has been honored with the SHRM HR Excellence Awards at the SHRM India Annual Conference 2024 held in New Delhi. SAIL received recognition in two notable categories: Excellence in Inclusion, Equity & Diversity and Excellence in Managing the Distributed Workforce. This recognition highlights the company’s continuous efforts towards creating an inclusive and motivated workforce.
Award Recognition for SAIL
The awards presented at the SHRM India Annual Conference 2024 showcased SAIL’s achievements in HR practices, reflecting its commitment to employee growth, diversity, and effective workforce management.
Key Highlights of SAIL’s HR Practices
- Inclusion, Equity & Diversity: SAIL’s initiatives focus on building an inclusive environment where all employees are respected and valued.
- Managing Distributed Workforce: SAIL has implemented effective strategies to manage employees across various plants and units nationwide.
- Employee Engagement and Motivation: The company has undertaken multiple steps to keep employees engaged, motivated, and supported.
Conference Highlights
The awards were presented during the conference, where notable figures, including:
- Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister of Commerce and Industry
- Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Additionally, Shri K.K. Singh, Director (Personnel) at SAIL, shared insights on innovative HR practices and emphasized the importance of HR in building a resilient workforce in today’s competitive business environment.
Categories of SHRM HR Excellence Awards Won by SAIL
| Award Category | Description |
| Excellence in Inclusion, Equity & Diversity | Recognition of SAIL’s efforts to create an inclusive and diverse work environment. |
| Excellence in Managing the Distributed Workforce | Award for effectively managing employees across various locations. |
About SAIL
- Establishment: Incorporated on 24 January 1973
- Headquarters: New Delhi
- Ministry: Operates under the Ministry of Steel
- Operations: Owns five integrated steel plants and three special steel plants across India
- Modernization: Undergoing expansion and modernization, focusing on green technology
News Summary
- Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) won SHRM HR Excellence Awards at the SHRM India Annual Conference 2024 in New Delhi.
- The awards recognized SAIL for Excellence in Inclusion, Equity & Diversity and Excellence in Managing the Distributed Workforce.
- The event saw participation from Shri Piyush Goyal and Shri Jayant Chaudhary, among other industry leaders.
- Shri K.K. Singh, Director (Personnel), spoke about SAIL’s HR practices and emphasized the role of HR in building a strong workforce.
SAIL is a central public sector undertaking and the largest government-owned steel producer in India.
Also Read Latest Current Affairs 2024
SAIL received awards for Excellence in Inclusion, Equity & Diversity and Excellence in Managing the Distributed Workforce.
The conference took place in New Delhi.
SAIL emphasized employee engagement, inclusion, and effective management of a distributed workforce across various plants.
Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister of Commerce and Industry, and Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development, were key speakers.
SAIL is the largest government-owned steel producer and a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Steel.
SAIL operates multiple steel plants across India and is focusing on modernization and green technology as part of its expansion.
Through various HR initiatives, SAIL aims to create an environment that encourages equity, diversity, and inclusion across all its units.
