Tata Steel turns 100, announces social initiatives
The Times of India — August 29, 2007

Private sector giant Tata Steel on Tuesday announced two major social initiatives as part of its celebrations on completing 100 years of existence.

The first project is a land and water management programme in association with the Sir Ratan Tata Trust in the three states of Orissa, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh targeting more than 400 villages.

The second is in the field of education where Tata Steel will open schools for the children of tribal communities and scheduled caste families, a company release said here.

At a function, Tata Steel director and managing director of Corus, the British firm recently acquired by the Indian major, Phillipe Varin, also released a book The Romance of Tata Steel authored by RM Lala.

"This celebration of existence is not just a heritage but it is a landmark for the future," Varin said.

Tata Steel Chairman Ratan Tata, in his message, congratulated the company employees on the occasion. "Today is a historic moment in time, as Tata Steel celebrates the 100th year of existence," he said in the message.

Tata Steel managing director B Muthuraman said, "This is a very special day for Tata Steel. Any celebration or achievement has to be earned and as a 100-year-old company, Tata Steel's contribution in India has been acknowledged by all."

"As we celebrate the centenary year of our company dreamt by our founder, I hope the younger generation of Tata Steel carry the philosophy with equal zeal and enthusiasm."

The function was concluded with a special company anthem, penned by noted lyricist Javed Akhtar.