N. Baijendra Kumar, Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), was presented with ‘The Business Leadership Award 2020,’ on Friday at the Seventh edition of the “Governance Now PSU Awards” at New Delhi.
These annual awards showcase businesses and individuals who have exhibited exceptional leadership in PSU governance to ensure protection and long-term value for all their stakeholders.
The award honours the efforts of Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) that play a key role in the country’s economic growth and social development, said an NMDC press release.
The 7th edition of the award was graced by Arjun Ram Meghwal, Union Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, and Shailesh Lodha, Indian actor, comedian and writer. Meghwal handed over the awards to the winners from the different categories of best performer – Financial, CSR in Infrastructure Development and Leadership Awards, etc.
Amitava Mukherjee, Director (Finance), NMDC received the Best Performer – Financial, and CSR in Infrastructure Development on behalf of the NMDC.
Speaking on the occasion, Baijendra Kumar, IAS, said, “Being recognized as a ‘Corporate Business Leader’ is an honour, and this award will be close to my heart. This award is recognition of the committed team of the NMDC and I dedicate this award to the sincere efforts of each member of NMDC family.”
