GAIL honored with Gomati Devi Eminence Award for transformative CNG boat project
The Gomati Devi Eminence Award acknowledges GAIL's innovative efforts to drive social change, especially through initiatives that support marginalized communities.
Varanasi: GAIL was honored with the prestigious Gomati Devi Eminence Award at the Banaras Lit Festival in Varanasi on March 9th, 2025, in recognition of their transformative CNG boat project, which is pioneering sustainable change in both the environment and local communities. This recognition highlights GAIL's unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, while also celebrating its vital contribution to women empowerment via the GAIL Utkarsh All-Girls Centre in Varanasi, which prepares young women for IIT-JEE and NEET exams.
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The award was presented by Hon’ble Minister for Stamp Govt. of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Ravindra Jaiswal and received by Sh. Ayush Gupta, Director (HR) along with senior officials of GAIL in the presence of eminent personalities Shri Kashi Nath Singh jee famous writer and Shri Amol Palekar noted Actor and Director of Indian film Industry and other dignitaries from the field of Indian art and culture.
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Additionally, the GAIL Utkarsh Centre has empowered more than 150 young girls from less privileged families by providing them with the tools for academic and professional success, ensuring they have equal opportunities to excel. Through these programs, GAIL is making significant strides in creating a more sustainable and inclusive society.
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