NLCIL Hosts Fit India Freedom Run 6.0 and Walkathon in Neyveli

NLC India Limited successfully organized the Fit India Freedom Run 6.0 and a walkathon in Neyveli on March 15, 2025. The event, part of the Vigilance Awareness Week, gathered over 4,200 participants, showcasing a strong community commitment to health and integrity.

Flagged off by Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, Chairman and Managing Director of NLCIL, this year’s Freedom Run embraced the theme of ‘Swachchhta and Swasthya’, which translates to cleanliness and health. The initiative aimed to highlight the significance of maintaining a clean and healthy lifestyle, essential for both individual well-being and community health.

In his opening address, Mr. Motupalli underscored the necessity for all stakeholders at NLCIL to adopt fitness as a daily practice. He stated that achieving the company’s ambitious goal of tripling its capacity and ensuring a seven-fold increase in renewable energy will require a collective commitment to health and fitness.

The event also included a walkathon aimed at promoting awareness about integrity and anti-corruption, reinforcing NLCIL’s dedication to fostering a culture free from corruption. Under the theme “Vigilance – Our Shared Responsibility,” the walkathon attracted over 2,200 students from various schools, along with employees, contract workers, and local residents, who covered a distance of 3 km.

This combination of fitness activities not only encouraged physical well-being but also served as a platform for promoting ethical practices within the community. By engaging a diverse group of participants, NLCIL demonstrated its commitment to making a positive impact on both personal health and societal integrity.

The Fit India Freedom Run and walkathon reflect a growing awareness of the importance of physical fitness and ethical behavior, resonating well within the communities of Neyveli and beyond. As organizations like NLCIL continue to lead such initiatives, they significantly contribute to the broader goals of health and integrity in society.