Udaipur, February 14 (Udaipur Kiran) – “Every Sakhi woman is a symbol of courage,” said Additional Superintendent of Police, Udaipur, Chetna Bhati, while addressing a large gathering at the Sakhi Utsav organised at Zinc Smelter Debari by Hindustan Zinc.
The event, held at the Sports Complex in Debari on the occasion of International Women’s Day, witnessed enthusiastic participation from more than 1,800 Sakhi members. The programme was organised by Hindustan Zinc’s Manjari Foundation and Hanuman Van Vikas Samiti under its CSR initiative.
Speaking as the chief guest, Chetna Bhati said women today are rapidly becoming self-reliant and confident. She emphasised that women should walk shoulder to shoulder with men in sharing family responsibilities so that children receive better education and a brighter future. She noted that women are emerging as key contributors across sectors, reflecting the true spirit of empowerment. Rooted in Indian culture and values, women are strengthening both homes and workplaces and playing an important role in the progress of society and the nation.
Among those present were Vedanta Head CSR Anupam Nidhi, SBU Director Vivek Yadav, Unit HR Head Anil Gadia, Head CSR Ruchika Naresh Chawla, Aparna Vyas from CSR, Mazdoor Sangh representatives Prakash Shrimali and Mangilal Ahir, and members of the Executive Ladies Club of Zinc Smelter Debari.
Addressing the gathering, Vivek Yadav said women are the real strength of communities, effectively balancing responsibilities at home and work. He reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to making every woman in the Sakhi community self-reliant and strong. Through initiatives such as Sakhi, Samadhan and Zinc Kaushal, Hindustan Zinc is working towards building a stronger and more inclusive future with community participation. He added that women empowerment remains a key focus area across company projects. Within the Vedanta Group and Hindustan Zinc, women are not only in leadership roles but are also actively managing mining operations alongside their male counterparts.
The morning session of Sakhi Utsav featured competitions such as musical chairs, tug of war, kabaddi, balancing and balloon bursting. Two plays were staged under the ‘Uthori’ programme highlighting issues like child marriage and women’s education. Bhajan-kirtan and dances on Rajasthani songs added cultural vibrancy to the celebration. Despite rising temperatures, the enthusiasm of participants remained high.
More than 1,800 Sakhi members, rural women, women employees and members of the Zinc family participated in the event, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening families, society and the nation.
Winners and participants of sports competitions were felicitated. The event also shared updates on year-long project activities, while women’s groups presented traditional folk dances and cultural performances.
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