Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd Honoured with the Golden Peacock Award for Occupational Health & Safety 2025
Kolkata, India , July 9, 2025: Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd has been awarded the prestigious Golden Peacock Occupational Health & Safety Award 2025 by the Institute of Directors (IOD), India, in recognition of its unwavering commitment to workplace safety and health excellence.
Out of 573 nominations, only 273 organisations were shortlisted after a rigorous three-tier assessment process. Himadri’s adherence to global safety standards and its consistent performance in occupational health and safety enabled it to surpass the 80% benchmark required to qualify for this coveted honour.
The award was presented at a special ceremony held on June 26, 2025, at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, during the 26th International Conference on Environment Management and Climate Change. Mr. H. D. Kumaraswamy, the Hon’ble Union Cabinet Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, Government of India, served as the Chief Guest.
Mr. Anurag Choudhary, Chairman & Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Himadri, expressed delight at the recognition, stating: “This award is a testament to the daily commitment of our teams in fostering a safe, resilient, and future-ready work culture. We will continue to move forward with the same integrity and intent, placing safety at the core of our operations.”
Himadri’s robust EHS framework, proactive safety culture, and transparent reporting practices have played a critical role in embedding safety into every layer of the organisation. This milestone strengthens the company’s resolve to uphold the highest standards in health, safety, and sustainability.