Hyderabad, June 06: NMDC, India’s largest iron ore producer and a Responsible Miner, observed World Environment Day 2026 across its Head Office in Hyderabad and projects nationwide, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable mining and environmental stewardship.
The company organized a special event centered on the WED 2026 theme – Inspired by Nature, For Climate, For Our Future, highlighting the importance of collective action towards environmental sustainability. The celebrations commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, symbolizing a shared commitment to building a greener future. NMDC’s senior leadership, led by Shri Amitava Mukherjee, CMD, along with Shri Joydeep Dasgupta, Director (Production), Shri Krishan Kumar Thakur, Director (Personnel), Shri Anurag Kapil, Director (Finance), and Shri C. Neelakanta Reddy, Chief Vigilance Officer, administered an environmental pledge, inspiring employees to contribute towards safeguarding natural resources and fostering sustainable practices.
As part of the event, a series of awareness videos were screened and a documentary showcasing NMDC’s ongoing initiatives in environmental conservation, biodiversity preservation, afforestation, and sustainable mining practices.
Across its projects, NMDC organized plantation drives and a range of competitions for employees and students to encourage environmental awareness and innovative thinking around sustainability. The company also distributed environment friendly products, promoting sustainable alternatives and reinforcing everyday environmental responsibility.
Shri Amitava Mukherjee, CMD addressed the gathering and said, “The Earth has survived without humans for most of its existence and has done remarkably well. I am certain that even if humans were to cease to exist in the future, the Earth would continue comfortably. Therefore, it is in our own interest to care for the planet and ensure that it remains livable and capable of sustaining us. This is not a survival strategy for the Earth but for humanity. Every step we take, both commercially and personally, must be guided by a conscious pause to think and act responsibly.
As an environmentally responsible organization, NMDC is a believer and practitioner of Responsible Mining. What we do today makes us proud, not only because we continue to perform strongly as a business, but also because we remain committed to the environment and the communities we serve.”
The occasion also witnessed the felicitation of winners of NMDC’s in-house World Environment Day contests by the senior management, recognizing their efforts in advancing environmental consciousness through creativity and participation.
As the nation progresses towards a sustainable future, NMDC continues to demonstrate that responsible mining and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand, ensuring that what is nurtured beneath the earth contributes meaningfully to life above it.