Odisha Mining Corporation Honoured with Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar 2023

New Delhi: The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, presented the prestigious Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar 2023 to Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) for its outstanding contribution in the category of ‘Encouragement to Sports through Corporate Social Responsibility.’ Balwant Singh, IAS, Managing Director of OMC, accepted the award at a special ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Tuesday.

OMC, a government-owned entity in Odisha, received recognition for its outstanding contributions to sports at grassroots, state, and national levels. The corporation’s proactive role in sports development aligns with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik’s vision of “Sports for Youth, Youth for Future.”

Collaborating with the Sports and Youth Services Department of the Odisha government, OMC has been a significant supporter of Hockey India over the past five years, pledging continued support for the next decade. Additionally, OMC allocates 3% of its net profit to the Sports and Youth Services Department for sports development in Odisha.

Noteworthy initiatives include providing employment to 12 sportspersons, supporting budding athletes, contributing to sports infrastructure development across the state, and fostering talent within local communities. This holistic approach has left a lasting impact on Odisha’s sporting ecosystem, solidifying the state’s position as the sports capital of India.

The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar, presented by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, acknowledges OMC’s commitment to sports development beyond business realms. The award recognizes corporate entities, Sports Control Boards, NGOs, and sports bodies for their visible role in promoting and developing sports at the state and national levels.