The Goan Network
Panaji
Vedanta’sSesa Iron Ore haspartnered with theGoaSarva ShikshaAbhiyan (GSSA) in developing an educational excellence programme covering all the primary schools of Goa. As a part of this initiative, the company has assisted in printing of 70,000 copies of the Barkha Series books.
Speaking on the occasion, CM Parsekar said, “I am deeply overwhelmed and applaud the efforts of GSSA and all who have pioneered for this stupendous achievement and I am confident the books released will inculcate good reading habits in our young children. I thank Vedanta Limited – Sesa Iron Ore for partnering in this noble cause”.
“Vedanta as a good corporate citizen is aligned to the nation’s vision of ensuring that every child receives elementary education. We are most humbled to be associated with the State Government and playing our part in nurturing children and young minds. The company, even during the mining ban has played a vital role in contributing to the society through its various CSR activities,” said Mr. Kishore Kumar, Chief Executive Officer – Sesa Iron Ore