In observance of World Health Day on April 7, South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) successfully organized an energetic and engaging walkathon at its headquarters. The initiative, led by SECL’s Medical Department, aimed to promote health awareness, physical fitness, and a spirit of collective participation among employees.
The event witnessed the esteemed presence of senior officials, including Director (Technical Operations) Mr. N. Franklin Jayakumar, Director (Human Resources) Mr. Biranchi Das, and Director (Technical/Planning & Projects) Mr. Ramesh Chandra Mahapatra. Their participation added significance to the occasion, and through their inspiring messages, they encouraged employees to prioritize health in their daily lives. They emphasized that the human body is a precious gift and that maintaining good health is one of life’s greatest assets.
Aligned with this year’s theme, “Together for Health. Stand with Science,” the walkathon saw enthusiastic participation from employees who actively supported the message of adopting a healthy lifestyle and staying physically active.
The program began with a welcome address by Chief Medical Superintendent Dr. Shrutidev Mishra, who highlighted the importance of health awareness and the collective responsibility of individuals toward maintaining overall well-being. A key highlight of the event was the “Health Pledge,” during which all participants reaffirmed their commitment to leading healthier lives, staying physically active, and making wellness a priority.
Around 200 employees participated in the walkathon with great enthusiasm. To further boost morale and create a sense of unity, participants were provided with World Health Day-themed T-shirts and badges.
The walkathon was formally flagged off by the distinguished guests from the SECL Headquarters. Participants covered a distance of approximately 3 kilometers, with the route concluding at Ravindra Bhavan in Vasant Vihar.
The event concluded on a highly positive note, symbolizing energy, awareness, and unity. It reflected SECL’s strong commitment to fostering a healthy workforce and contributing to the vision of building a healthier and stronger nation.
As highlighted during the event:
“Every step taken toward health is a step toward a better future.”