Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd Wins Golden Peacock Award for Occupational Health & Safety 2025

10 Jul 2025 CW Team

Himadri Speciality Chemical Honoured with Golden Peacock Award for OH&S 2025

Kolkata, July 8, 2025:

Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd has been awarded the Golden Peacock Occupational Health & Safety Award 2025 by the Institute of Directors (IOD), India, recognizing its outstanding commitment to health, safety, and workplace excellence.

The award was presented at the 26th International Conference on Environment Management and Climate Change held at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, in the presence of Hon’ble Union Cabinet Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy.

Rigorous Selection, Outstanding Safety Commitment

Out of 573 nominations, only 273 organisations were shortlisted following a stringent three-tier assessment. Himadri exceeded the 80% benchmark, reflecting its adherence to global safety standards and its strong track record in occupational health and safety (OH&S).

Leadership Speaks

Mr. Anurag Choudhary, Chairman & Managing Director and CEO of Himadri, said:

“This award reflects the unwavering dedication of our teams toward building a safe, resilient, and future-ready work environment. Safety remains central to all our operations.”

Core of Himadri’s Success: EHS & Sustainability

Himadri’s award-winning approach includes:

37. A robust Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) framework

38. A proactive safety-first culture

39. Transparent reporting practices

40. 8 zero-liquid discharge manufacturing units

41. 100% clean power usage across all operations

These practices are deeply embedded into every operational layer, reinforcing Himadri’s commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility.

About Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd

A global speciality chemical conglomerate, Himadri is:

42. India’s pioneer in lithium-ion battery materials production

43. Active in 54+ countries

44. Focused on sustainability, R&D, and innovation

Key product segments:

Speciality carbon black, coal tar pitch, SNF, refined naphthalene, lithium-ion materials, clean power, construction chemicals, and more—serving industries like EV batteries, tyres, paints, plastics, defence, and agriculture.

Himadri continues to make a positive global impact through people-first values, cutting-edge innovation, and sustainability-led growth.

Himadri Speciality Chemical Honoured with Golden Peacock Award for OH&S 2025Kolkata, July 8, 2025:Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd has been awarded the Golden Peacock Occupational Health & Safety Award 2025 by the Institute of Directors (IOD), India, recognizing its outstanding commitment to health, safety, and workplace excellence.The award was presented at the 26th International Conference on Environment Management and Climate Change held at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, in the presence of Hon’ble Union Cabinet Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy.Rigorous Selection, Outstanding Safety CommitmentOut of 573 nominations, only 273 organisations were shortlisted following a stringent three-tier assessment. Himadri exceeded the 80% benchmark, reflecting its adherence to global safety standards and its strong track record in occupational health and safety (OH&S).Leadership SpeaksMr. Anurag Choudhary, Chairman & Managing Director and CEO of Himadri, said:“This award reflects the unwavering dedication of our teams toward building a safe, resilient, and future-ready work environment. Safety remains central to all our operations.”Core of Himadri’s Success: EHS & SustainabilityHimadri’s award-winning approach includes:37. A robust Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) framework38. A proactive safety-first culture39. Transparent reporting practices40. 8 zero-liquid discharge manufacturing units41. 100% clean power usage across all operationsThese practices are deeply embedded into every operational layer, reinforcing Himadri’s commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility.About Himadri Speciality Chemical LtdA global speciality chemical conglomerate, Himadri is:42. India’s pioneer in lithium-ion battery materials production43. Active in 54+ countries44. Focused on sustainability, R&D, and innovationKey product segments:Speciality carbon black, coal tar pitch, SNF, refined naphthalene, lithium-ion materials, clean power, construction chemicals, and more—serving industries like EV batteries, tyres, paints, plastics, defence, and agriculture.Himadri continues to make a positive global impact through people-first values, cutting-edge innovation, and sustainability-led growth.

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