Designed to promote experiential learning and holistic development, the initiative is already witnessing enthusiastic participation. Currently, each village camp records a daily attendance of 30 to 40 children, with ongoing mobilisation efforts aimed at increasing participation further.

Children spend three to four engaging hours every day immersed in a mix of educational and recreational activities. From reading sessions and craftwork to music workshops, the camps provide a creative platform for expression. These sessions are followed by energetic outdoor games such as frisbee, kabaddi, and kho-kho, fostering teamwork and physical fitness. The day concludes with the distribution of healthy refreshments, ensuring both learning and well-being.

The camps are being implemented in collaboration with WOSCA, an organisation dedicated to education and community development. Together, they are creating a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment for children in the Bastar region.

In areas where access to structured creative learning opportunities remains limited, NMDC’s initiative is bridging a critical gap. By nurturing creativity, confidence, and social skills at the grassroots level, the program is helping children from underserved communities grow into self-assured individuals.

The initiative is also witnessing growing community engagement, with positive response from parents, local stakeholders, and village communities. As the camps expand in the coming weeks, NMDC continues to encourage greater participation to make this a vibrant and enriching summer for the children of Dantewada.

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The job-oriented training programme was implemented in partnership with the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) to equip unemployed and underprivileged youth with industry-relevant skills and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

The felicitation ceremony was attended by NMDC Chairman & Managing Director Amitava Mukherjee, Vinay Kumar, Director (Technical) and Director (Commercial – Additional Charge), Joydeep Dasgupta, Director (Production) and Director (Personnel – Additional Charge), P Shyam, GM (CSR), and B. Ravi, Principal Director, CIPET, along with senior officials from both organisations.

The trainees hailed from remote districts including Dantewada, Bastar, Sukma, Narayanpur, Kondagaon and Bijapur. Many spoke about overcoming economic hardship and social barriers, saying the programme not only provided employment but also the confidence to pursue independent careers beyond their hometowns.

Sukhram, a Class 12 graduate from Bastar, shared how the opportunity has transformed his family’s prospects. “I never knew how I would leave my hometown. Today, I am going to work and earn,” he said.

Addressing the gathering, NMDC CMD Amitava Mukherjee said the placements reflect the power of opportunity. “This is not just about jobs. It is about young people realising they belong in the workforce and in India’s growth story,” he said, adding that skilling youth remains central to building an Atmanirbhar Bastar and a more inclusive Viksit Bharat.

Vinay Kumar highlighted NMDC’s long-standing role in Chhattisgarh’s development, while Joydeep Dasgupta described the placements as a crucial stepping stone, encouraging students to continue learning and aspire to become future entrepreneurs.

Notably, the programme maintained inclusive eligibility criteria, accepting candidates with qualifications as low as Class 8 to ensure school dropouts and economically weaker youth were not excluded. All 80 sponsored candidates from the inaugural batch have now been successfully placed—underscoring the impact and effectiveness of NMDC’s CSR-driven skilling model.

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CSR initiatives broadly benefit local communities, including SC/STs and women, particularly in areas surrounding Steel CPSE operations. Exact number of beneficiaries, district-wise or for Bapatla, is not maintained as most projects are community-oriented and not individual-specific.

CSR funds are not allocated State-wise, CSR projects by CPSU under Ministry of Steel are mainly carried out in periphery of Steel Plants, Steel Townships and Mines which are predominantly inhabited by Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes and Backward population.

This information was given by the Minister of State for Steel & Heavy Industries, Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.

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1. NMDC Ltd. (NMDC)

Q1 FY26 Highlights:

Revenue: ₹6,738 crore (YoY ↑ 24.47%, QoQ ↓ 3.79%)

Operating Profit: ₹2,478 crore (YoY ↑ 5.92%, QoQ ↑ 20.84%)

Net Profit: ₹1,967 crore (YoY ↑ 0.21%, QoQ ↑ 32.65%)

Dividend: ₹1 per share (Ex-date: Aug 14, 2025)

Trading Strategy:

Stock has corrected nearly 25% in the last quarter.

Potential for further dip toward the ₹58–₹62 range.

Swing opportunity if the stock breaks above ₹72.

Investor Strategy (Medium–Long Term):

Buy Range: ₹58–₹62

Target: ₹75–₹82

Stop Loss: ₹51

Holding Period: 4–7 quarters

View: Wait for a better entry point; accumulating near support levels could deliver decent gains.

2. Shipping Corporation of India (SCI)

Q1 FY26 Highlights:

Revenue: ₹1,316 crore (YoY ↓ 13.09%, QoQ ↓ 0.69%)

Operating Profit: ₹488 crore (YoY ↓ 4.05%, QoQ ↑ 34.1%)

Net Profit: ₹343 crore (YoY ↑ 19.58%, QoQ ↑ 99.11%)

Boost: Positive investor sentiment after ₹146 crore CESTAT Mumbai tax order win.

Investment Strategy:

Buy Range: ₹160–₹185

Target: Medium to long-term appreciation (5–18 months)

Stop Loss: ₹144

View: Attractive valuations and a strong profitability profile. Ideal for patient investors seeking PSU shipping exposure.

3. Container Corporation of India (CONCOR)

Q1 FY26 Highlights:

Revenue: ₹2,153 crore (YoY ↑ 2.4%, QoQ ↓ 5.87%)

Operating Profit: ₹432 crore (YoY ↓ 2.03%)

Net Profit: ₹259 crore (YoY ↓ 0.43%, QoQ ↓ 9.93%)

Dividend: ₹1.6 per share (Ex-date: Aug 13, 2025)

Investment Strategy:

Buy Range: ₹490–₹510

Stop Loss: ₹450

Holding Period: 10–18 months

View: Trading near multi-month lows; P/E ratio (31.81) is nearly double sector average (16.52), but fundamentals and its strategic role in logistics make it a favorable pick for patient investors.

Final Takeaway

While NMDC, SCI, and CONCOR show varied short-term trends, each has long-term potential backed by sector fundamentals and policy support. Investors should accumulate selectively on dips and remain mindful of stop-loss levels to manage volatility.

Recommendation: PSU stocks remain attractive for long-term portfolios, but investors should align entries with support zones and maintain a disciplined holding approach.

Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only. Please consult your financial advisor before investing.

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1. Balika Shiksha Yojana – For Tribal Girls (ST)

Under the flagship initiative, NMDC is offering 100% free nursing education to young tribal girls from Bastar,Dantewada, Sukma, Kondagaon, Bijapur and Narayanpur to pursue B.Sc (Nursing 4 years) and GNM (3 years) Courses at reputed institutes namely Apollo School of Nursing, Yashoda School of Nursing, and KIMS College of Nursing in Hyderabad. The course offers a total of 200 seats, including 110 seats for B.Sc. Nursing and 90 seats for GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) courses. The program will cover all educational expenses including tuition, hostel, and academic costs, with an investment of ₹12 to ₹15 lakh per student.

2. Medical Technology Program – For Underprivileged Boys & Girls

NMDC, in partnership with Apollo University, Chittoor, is offering fully sponsored Allied Healthcare education for eligible Scheduled Tribe (ST) students from Dantewada and Bastar districts.

The initiative, fully sponsored with an investment of approximately ₹12 to ₹15 lakh per student, aims to empower tribal youth with professional skills for livelihood. The program will provide 90 seats for aspiring students (60% reserved for girls and 40% reserved for males). The specialized B.Sc. programs being offered include- Emergency Medical Technology, Medical Lab Technology, Anaesthesiology & Operation Theatre Technician, Imaging Technology, Physician Assistant, and Renal Dialysis Technology.

Application for the same are open till June 30, 2025. For over 60 years, NMDC has shaped the development of Chhattisgarh, where its two major mining complexes operate. These new education initiatives open fresh avenues for the region’s tribal youth.

The applicant’s family income must not exceed ₹72,000 per annum and the application window will close on 28th June 2025.

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