DR. GVK REDDY A visionary and a philanthropist

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1 Vol. 03 Iss. 02 December 2014 DR. GVK REDDY A visionary and a philanthropist Showcase PRANAAM GVK GUEST SERVICES AT CSIA, MUMBAI Special Focus GVK AUSTRALIA PROGRESSES AHEAD Spotlight GVK BIO USHERS INTO A NEW ERA OF CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT

2 Cover Story 5 EDITOR SPEAK 1 Showcase Dear Readers, With warm greetings and the winter chill wafting through the air, here comes the latest issue of GVK WORLD that is brimming with updates and developments from across our diverse businesses. Around this time last year, we were gearing up for the launch of two of our prestigious airport projects, the new integrated Terminal 2 at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai and the enhanced Terminal at the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. With many of our projects making headway, this time too, the company is poised to cross another set of milestones, as we get ready for the inauguration of the Shrinagar Hydro Electric Project, Deoli-Kota Expressway project and the Goindwal Sahib Thermal Power Plant over the next couple of quarters. This is the manifestation of our Chairman s vision and dream of contributing towards nation building through infrastructure development. Our Chairman s significant contribution towards the country s growth is being deservingly recognised - as he was adjudged the Infrastructure Person of the Year for two consecutive years, 2013 and Dr GVK Reddy s vision and farsightedness helped him undertake some pioneering initiatives across the Indian infrastructure domain. It is his ability to think ahead and think big that has made him a name to reckon with in the realm of infrastructure today. With glimpses of his inspiring journey and awards won through the years, this issue tries to capture his exemplary leadership that has helped setup some of India s most celebrated infrastructure projects and new initiatives. With T2 already creating ripples across the global aviation industry, GVK CSIA has added another feather in its cap by introducing a first of its kind service at an Indian airport, Pranaam GVK Guest Services. An essence of Indian warmth and care, Pranaam is a unique service launched with the objective of providing passengers with a seamless and hassle-free travel experience. Read through to know more about this service that creates a memorable experience for passengers travelling in and out of Mumbai. This edition sees GVK BIO gaining spotlight with the launch of a new brand called Clinogent that merges their Clinical Pharmacology and Clinical research units to create a much bigger force in the Contract Research Industry. With regards to our Australian mine, rail and port project, we have received all major approvals from State and Federal Govts and are in the advanced stage of project development. Encouraging employee engagement, we had rolled out a unique contest, SYTE Share Your Travel Experience, wherein we invited all our employees to share their unique travel experiences in the form of travelogues and pictures. We received an overwhelming response and have showcased some of the memorable travel experiences. We always look forward to your constant support in the form of feedback and inputs that help us improve further and bring out interesting contests and exciting issues of our publication. So until our next issue, Happy reading and wishing you all the very best for a wonderful 2015!! Ram Mankekar Corporate Communications Recognitions and Events 22 Employees Contribution 8 COMMUNICATION CHAMPIONS PVSS Kumar Jegurupadu CCPP P: E: kumarpvss@gvk.com Pradeep Kumar R Gautami CCPP P: E: pradeep.r@gvk.com Maninder Singh Goindwal Sahib TPP P: E: maninder.singh@gvk.com Dinesh Kumar Sharma Shrinagar HEP P: E: dinesh.sharma@gvk.com Josh Euler GVK Australia P: E: josh.euler@gvkresources.com Vishwesh Koundilya GVK Coal (Tokisud) P: E: vishwesh.koundilya@gvk.com Veena Chiplunkar GVK CSIA P: E: veena.chiplunkar@gvk.com Saroj Maria Joseph GVK KIA P: E: saroj.m@bialairport.com Mohammed Quadri GVK Indonesia E: mohammed.quadri@gvk.com 11 Special Focus Project Updates 26 Ashish Sharma Jaipur-Kishangarh P: E: hradmin.jpr@gvk.com Vivek Jain GVK EPC P: E: vivek.jain@gvk.com Sandeep Kaundil Taj Krishna P: E: sandeep.kaundil@tajhotels.com Murthy Hansi Vivanta by TAJ P: E: murthy.hansi@tajhotels.com Gaurav Rastogi GVK BIO P: E: gaurav.rastogi@gvkbio.com S Ramesh Babu GVK One P: E: ramesh.babu@gvk.com Raghuram Varma M GVK EMRI P: E: raghuramvarma_m@emri.in Ram Mohan S.V GVK Corporate Office P: E: rammohan@gvk.com CONTENTS Please send your contribution/ feedback to corpcomm@gvk.com

3 COVER STORY WALL OF FAME A visionary and a philanthropist, Dr. GVK Reddy has undertaken pioneering initiatives across infrastructure sectors and believes in an inclusive growth of the society. Dr. GVK Reddy was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2011 for his outstanding brilliance and priceless contribution to the field of entrepreneurship as well as social upliftment. Dr. GVK Reddy s astute leadership skills and strong business acumen have been the guiding force behind the multidisciplinary foray of GVK with pioneering initiatives. At the helm of one of India s leading business conglomerates, Dr. Reddy is a visionary par excellence. His love for challenges and the will to overcome them has made him a name to reckon with in the realm of infrastructure today. Born and brought up in Andhra Pradesh s Nellore District, Dr. GVK Reddy s tryst with the infrastructure industry began at an early age. Immediately after college, he took charge of the construction works at the then upcoming Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, which is today recognised as the world s largest masonry dam. His first assignment gave him the opportunity to hone his business skills and this accomplishment gave him the confidence to take on anything in any part of the world.

4 COVER STORY He continued with the family business for a couple of years and then to satiate his desire to try something different, he began his company, Novopan, that manufactured laminated particle boards and then went to the US where he proved his mettle. Later, with the opening up of the economy in the early 1990s, he was invited by the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh to explore business opportunities here. Anticipating a huge demand for the power sector in the country, Dr. GVK Reddy set up the first Independent Power Plant in Andhra Pradesh. The project came with its own challenges, but he persistently chased his goal, which ultimately brought the desired result. He was able to complete the project even before receiving financial closure with the World Bank. In two decades, Dr GVK Reddy has built a conglomerate straddling diverse sectors like energy, resources, airports, transportation, hospitality and life sciences. Under his stewardship, GVK set up the first Independent Power Plant in Andhra Pradesh, built the first privately-operated six-lane expressway project in Rajasthan and manages two of the busiest airports in the country, viz. Mumbai s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) and Bengaluru s Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) under the PPP framework. The enthralling new Terminal 2 at GVK s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai marks one of the most significant landmarks in global aviation. It is an infrastructure marvel with state-of-the-art technology, features and amenities, all combined with breathtaking, India-inspired design. The enhanced terminal at GVK KIA not only reflects the city s dreams but also embraces the culture, ethos and landscape of the state of Karnataka. A perfect blend of an entrepreneurial mind and a munificent spirit, Dr. GVK Reddy has always endeavoured to give back to the society to ensure inclusive growth, especially of the less privileged. He reaches out to the masses through GVK Foundation which provides housing facilities, education, medical aid, drinking water, community based programmes and other socio-economic development schemes. He also spearheads GVK EMRI which is today recognised as the world s largest integrated emergency response service that caters to over 750 million people across 15 states and two UTs of India, and has saved over one million lives till date. An avid sports lover, Dr. GVK Reddy is fond of lawn tennis. Back home, he always begins his day with a game of tennis with some of his close friends. Inspired by associating with young sports stalwarts like Sania Mirza, he has instituted a India s first Independent Power Plant, Jegurupadu CCPP displays far-sighted design features that enhance operational efficiencies and minimise environmental impact. It has been described as a metaphor of industrial ecology and a horticulture project that also generates electricity. GVK has pioneered the development of an efficient road transport system in India with its six-lane Jaipur-Kishangarh Expressway project. Completed six months ahead of schedule, the project has received national and international accolades for its quality and timely execution and excellent operational and maintenance standards. Tennis Academy to promote upcoming talent. He has also been sponsoring events such as the Afro-Asian Games held in Hyderabad in 2001 and the GVK All India Seniors Tennis Association (AISTA) Championships since Having crossed significant milestones across the infrastructure sector, Dr. GVK Reddy s success may be attributed to his ability to think ahead, think big and think better. His farsightedness and entrepreneurial skills have helped him win many rewards and recognitions over the years. GVK WORLD December

5 COVER STORY WALL OF FAME Dr. GVK Reddy was awarded Infrastructure Person of the year 2013 and 2014 for his invaluable contribution towards Indian Infrastructure and nation-building. His effective leadership has enabled GVK s success as a leading infrastructure player. Dr. GVK Reddy was bestowed with the Lifetime Achievement Award at India Aviation 2014 for his significant contribution to the Aviation Sector in the country. Dr. GVK Reddy was recognized as Power Brands Hall of Fame Corporate Luminary of the Year for his exemplary contribution to the industry and society. Dr. GVK Reddy s ability to cut through complicated issues backed by sharp problem solving skills is one of his greatest assets. Under his able guidance and stewardship, GVK has crossed some significant milestones and won many accolades across the infrastructure sectors. GVK MIAL has bagged the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Sustainability for GVK CSIA. GVKPIL was honoured at the Economic Times Infra Focus Summit for outstanding contribution towards Infrastructure Development. GVK CSIA has been bestowed with the Golden Peacock Innovative Product / Service Award for the year 2014 for its Pranaam GVK Guest Services. With a focus on enriching travel experience, this is a special initiative to provide guests with a seamless and stress-free experience while travelling through CSIA, Mumbai. GVKPIL has been awarded for its exemplary performance for the project: GVK CSIA T2 at the Dun & Bradstreet Infra Awards GVK CSIA Terminal 2 has been bestowed with Outstanding Concrete Structure Award 2014 by Indian Concrete Institute. The new T2 is an iconic mega-structure, measuring 4.4 million sq.ft. that has raised global benchmarks in airport infrastructure development. GVK CSIA has been bestowed with the first ever Forbes India Art Award under the Corporate Commitment to Art category for its magnificent art museum at GVK CSIA T2. Titled Jaya He, it is India s largest public art programme that is an expansive cultural canvas of India stretching across 4 levels throughout the Terminal. It encompasses original art treasures sourced from various regions of the country. 3 GVK WORLD December 2014

6 COVER STORY WALL OF FAME Taj Krishna has been awarded with the Today s Traveller Award 2014 for Best Business Hotel. The Taj Krishna is the flagship deluxe five-star property of GVK located in the landmark Banjara Hills of Hyderabad. With a rich blend of the city s e-culture and its aristocratic past, it offers a distinctive charm with beautiful landscaping and unparalleled service standards. Both GVK CSIA and GVK KIA have received the prestigious Gold rating in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). GVK KIA has been adjudged the Best Maintained Landscape/ Garden in the Big Garden Category at the Bangalore city Landscape Garden competition, organized by The Mysore Horticultural Society. GVK KIA has been bestowed with the Best Airport Award and Best Airport Marketing Award 2013 at the first South India Travel Awards. GVK One mall has been adjudged as the Best Mall for security set up and services by the Commissioner of Police, Andhra Pradesh. Spread across 7,10,000 sq.ft., GVK One mall is a mega retail destination in Hyderabad that offers a trade mix of products and services ranging from fashion and food to home needs, leisure and entertainment. GVK EMRI has been awarded the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Initiative of the Year in Healthcare at the National Summit on ICT in Healthcare, organized by ASSOCHAM. With over 38,000 employees and 8000 ambulances, GVK EMRI caters to over 750 million people of India spread across 15 states and two UTs of India and saves lakhs of lives. GVK WORLD December

7 SHOWCASE GVK GUEST SERVICES The launch of the integrated Terminal 2 marks a new chapter in the history of Indian Aviation. The iconic mega structure is already setting global benchmarks in airport infrastructure development. Located in the business hub of the country, GVK CSIA caters to one of the busiest airports with annual passenger traffic of over 32 million. Thus, it becomes vital to offer high service standards and facilities to the travellers that would ensure a richer travel experience. Pranaam GVK Guest Services was launched with an objective to cater to the passengers with a more personalized approach and provide services that create a unique and memorable experience at the airport. Pranaam GVK Guest Services is a special initiative by GVK CSIA designed to provide guests with a seamless and hassle-free airport experience. In line with MIAL s Vision for CSIA - to be one of the world s best airports that consistently delights customers and be the pride of Mumbai, Pranaam endeavours to provide the highest standard of services at the airport and simplify the guest s journey right from the time they arrive at the airport, regardless of their airline or class of travel. It aims to serve passengers who appreciate exclusivity and a comfortable journey through the airport. A first of its kind service ever introduced by an Indian airport, Pranaam is an essence of Indian culture depicting warmth and care. Amidst a busy schedule where everyone is striving hard to maintain a work life balance even while travelling, a helping hand to ease out the processes of travelling through the airport comes across as a welcome change and the comfort of having assistance at the airport while travelling to an international or a domestic destination only brings smiles to the face of a passenger. Independent of the airline or class of travel, Pranaam GVK Guest Services simplifies passenger travel right from their arrival at the airport. Pranaam GVK Guest services have been launched with a range of sixteen different service options for international and domestic passengers arriving, departing or transiting through CSIA. Focussed towards enriching travel experience, customized packages and a myriad of services that cater to guest requirements including professional assistance to corporate clients, warmth and care to families, special attention to elderly guests, personalized care for women travelling with kids 5 GVK WORLD December 2014

8 SHOWCASE kerb side to the boarding or aerobridge gate Porter service for baggage assistance Assistance with airline / airport processes Facilitating security and immigration processes Access to Pranaam Lounge at international departures Exclusive buggy services and secured transit to young guests / students are offered. Broadly, the services offered are Pranaam Platinum, Pranaam Gold, Pranaam Transit and Pranaam Lounge (at T2). The Domestic Service offerings at CSIA T1 include: Dedicated assistance by Pranaam Officer Porter service for baggage assistance Assistance with airline/airport processes Lounge access The International Service offerings from Pranaam GVK Guest Services include: Dedicated assistance by Pranaam Officer from What really positions Pranaam GVK Guest Services as niche is the Pranaam GVK Lounge that offers a quiet and comfortable place to escape from the hustle-bustle of the busy departure hall. Whether travelling for business or pleasure, guests may unwind in the premium lounge before they set off for their international travel. The lounge offers comfortable seating, buffet of delectable refreshments, Internet Station, Kid s Zone, Baby Care Room, Business Section and a variety of complimentary non-alcoholic beverages to choose from. The Pranaam team comprises proficient and trained Pranaam Officers who ensure that the guests needs at the airport are met with care and efficiency. The team is trained to ensure a pleasant and an excellent experience not only to guests availing Pranaam services but also to all customers from within and outside the organization whose support is imperative for efficient airport operations. GVK has always endeavoured to set new benchmarks GVK WORLD December

9 in the industry and with Pranaam GVK Guest Services winning the prestigious Golden Peacock Innovative Product/Service Award 2014, it has marked the beginning of an era of highly personalized service orientation at airports in India. GVK CSIA s endeavour is to develop and further extend the scope of Pranaam to airport loyalty, which is one of the delightful factors for our customers that will contribute towards the overall development of CSIA and promote Mumbai as a preferred destination. Guest speak First Guest SHOWCASE I am extremely happy and overwhelmed with the entire experience. Thank you for making it a wonderful and memorable experience. I am overwhelmed by the gestures and I feel really lucky to be the first guest of this service in the New T2. Anamika Online Feedback Thank you very much for the facilities given to us on our visit to India. It was nice to have dealt with your team. The lady who took care of us was very pleasing and efficient. And hopefully if we get the visa, we shall contact you again. Mrs. M. Baig I am really awed by the service provided by the team to my family. I thank you for the sincere, helpful and prompt service which was provided to make my family s arrival at Mumbai airport hassle free and safe. This was the first time I have used Pranaam service though I have been using Marhaba service in Dubai quite often. However, I would like to proudly state that Pranaam service leads the way in their professionalism, customer service and promptness. I was quite surprised to expect such a world-class service in India all worth the money we paid for. I will definitely be using this service again for all our guests, friends and relatives. Sangeetha, Standard Chartered Bank, Dubai Social Media (Facebook) I booked Pranaam transit service for my parents travelling from Abu Dhabi to Indore via CSIA. I am extremely pleased with the services provided by the Pranaam Officer who was very polite and professional. Fakhruddin Rangwala, Abu Dhabi Corporate client I really want to thank all of you for the wonderful experience and lovely time I shared working with you for the Swift Board Offset (VIP Arrivals). Indeed you guys were very professional and courteous with high level of customer service. MCI, Mumbai Online Booking Agent I have used your services a couple of times now for my VIP clients. Your services are excellent. I work with over 50 airport service providers and Pranaam is giving me one of the best agent booking support and transaction processing around Asia. You are to be complimented on your booking tool and call centre team. MD, Ground Booker, Hong Kong 7 GVK WORLD December 2014

10 SPECIAL FOCUS GVK AUSTRALIA Queensland Government declares GVK Hancock rail access a State Development Area The Queensland Government has declared the designated route of GVK Hancock s proposed rail line from its Galilee Basin coal projects to the existing Abbot Point coal port as the Galilee Basin State Development Area (GBSDA). This declaration followed extensive consultation with landowners along the proposed rail line and provides guidance and development certainty to access the geographic area of the proposed rail infrastructure; thus enabling a coordinated approach to the development of the rail corridors. Till date, the GVK Australia team has undertaken over seven years of detailed planning and analysis for Galilee Basin projects, including the associated rail and port infrastructure. The detailed planning and design work for GVK s rail line goes far beyond the level completed for any earlier project in Queensland and has met all of the hydrological requirements of the government s stringent regulations. It also incorporates the respective parent companies extensive infrastructure experience to ensure that the rail line enables water to flow in extreme flood events, and to minimise damage to infrastructure. In fact, the design incorporates designated overflow points to ensure that repairs are able to be undertaken within a seven to ten day timeframe. Consultation with local landowners was a central element of planning for the proposed rail line. As part of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and Supplementary Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) process for the rail line, an independent hydrogeological consultant was appointed to examine the extensive modelling and information was provided to affected landholders. Our GVK Australia team has successfully negotiated term-sheets with landholders for around 75% of the rail corridor that outline the commercially agreed terms for the acquisition and compensation of land. Irrespective of this GBSDA declaration, which incorporates land acquisition powers, GVK Australia aims to continue working cooperatively and negotiate in good faith with remaining landholders. GVK Australia also plans to recommence negotiations with the remaining landholders along the rail line route once it has finalised the proposed joint venture with Aurizon, Australia s largest rail freight operator. This joint venture with Aurizon will develop the rail and port solution connecting the southern end of the Galilee Basin to export markets with the joint venture agreement currently in the process of being finalised. Alpha Mine planning refinement to improve environmental and cost outcomes GVK Australia has always believed that large greenfield projects such as the Alpha Coal Project and its associated transport infrastructure can successfully be developed by delivering world leading cost and quality benchmarks. Applying this approach, the team has consistently focused on optimising the mine, rail and port project in order to bring the projects on-stream in the lowest global cost quartile. GVK WORLD December

11 SPECIAL FOCUS The GVK Australia project team has now materially refined the infrastructure and operational planning for its Alpha Coal Project, achieving significant cost savings and reducing environmental impacts. The impending environmental improvements are the result of ongoing planning refinement and a better alignment of infrastructure requirements without impacting the mine s 32 mtpa production capacity over 30 plus years. Amendments to the project s infrastructure and operational plan incorporate and reflect further advances in equipment usage, product handling strategies, infrastructure placement, land use improvements and mine lease optimisation. These planning advances not only reduce environmental impacts, but also ensure that our proposed Alpha coal mine continues to remain cost competitive in the current market conditions. In the past, the project team had secured contracts for water allocations of excess regional water supply, but through ongoing planning, refinement and subsequent reduction in water requirements will only be continuing with contracts for the water allocations that are required. GVK Australia will continue to work with the Queensland Government to develop the necessary infrastructure to secure a regional water supply for our operations in line with the Galilee Basin Development Strategy. As the GVK Australia team continues to advance their projects to a point where construction can commence, they remain committed to continue working with landowners, the community and all levels of Government. The project also continues to have compensation agreements in place with all properties in the area of its Alpha coal project and the amendments to the mine plan will be reflected in these ongoing agreements. GVK Hancock secures Environmental Clearance for Alpha Coal project After over 6 years of comprehensive environmental assessments and detailed planning, GVK Hancock has been granted an Environmental Clearance for its Alpha Coal Project in the Galilee Basin. The grant of this Environmental Approval represents one of the most extensive and rigorous processes that went into the environmental assessment of GVK s proposed Alpha mine, which included around 300 collaborative scientific studies, involving over 500 specialist consultants. The scientific rigour that has gone into the environmental assessment of this Alpha Coal Project has received approval from the State and Federal governments and GVK further plans to meet every environmental condition that has been set by regulatory authorities. This is a significant development that takes GVK another step closer towards bringing online a new low cost, low ash, low sulphur, high quality thermal coal basin, offering the ability to lower emissions from global coal fired power generation. With the Environmental Authority for Alpha Coal Project in place, GVK s key focus is to continue advancing the project to a point where construction can commence. 9 GVK WORLD December 2014

12 SPOTLIGHT GVK BIO ushers into a new era of Clinical Development GVK BIO has launched a new brand CLINOGENT, which merges their Clinical Pharmacology and Clinical Research units in order to become a much bigger, powerful and a competitive force to be reckoned with in the Contract Research industry. The name CLINOGENT is based on Innovation and Clinical Intelligence. The alphabet i is a specially created unit having a Red and Orange colour combination that represents warmth, power, energy and prompts one to take an action. The Dot of the alphabet i signifies life, pioneering spirit, leadership qualities, ambition and determination. Thus, Clinogent stands for an Innovative & Intelligent Clinical Research Organization. The branding exercise is a part of GVK BIO s growth plans to take the organization to the next level. It combines the strength of Clinical Pharmacology and Clinical Research services to bring to market a unified brand identity and equips it to provide end-to-end Clinical Development services right from Bio Availability (BA)/ Bio Evquivalence (BE) studies, to delivering late phase clinical trials for global pharma players to having the ability and length of experience in delivering solutions to complex data analysis and medical communication problems of customers the world over. The branding exercise also aligns with their strategy of moving from cost arbitrage to a value-added partner and growing to a balanced portfolio of services and solutions and uniquely positions CLINOGENT as an independent brand amongst the other industry players providing end-to-end Clinical Development services. NanoHealth HEART partnership HE RT Turning Information into Life NanoHealth (a social venture founded by ISB Alumni) has partnered with GVK BIO s proprietary HEART (Health Emphasized Analytical and Reporting Tool) platform - a cloud based healthcare analytics framework with multiple applications which are independent while being interconnected with multiple sources of data offering predictive and deductive analysis in order to assist quick medical decision support. NanoHealth will be first to use the mobile enabled and multilingual Disease Management Application on the HEART platform to register, enrol, record and manage patients across multiple countries starting with Hyderabad in Telangana, India. The application acts as an enabler, through information processing, for the right stakeholders to decide and take action for maximum impact. NanoHealth team with Mr. Bill Clinton after winning the Hult Prize 2014 The NanoHealth team won the prestigious Hult Prize and one million dollars prize money from Hult and Clinton Foundation for their innovative and cost effective healthcare solution for slum dwellers. HULT Prize is the largest student competition in the world and NanoHealth was chosen a winner out of applications this year. GVK BIO is proud to collaborate with NanoHealth. GVK WORLD December

13 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy visits GVK Bali, Indonesia Our Vice Chairman Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, visited the GVK SBU office at Bali International Airport, Indonesia along with Angkasa Pura 1 (AP1) s Board of Director Mr. Daan Achmad, Human Capital & General Affairs Director. A walk around the International Terminal was organised along with a discussion on commercial business performance. Mr. Sanjay Reddy along with the team. Mr. Sanjay Reddy along with Mr. Daan Achmad (2nd from right) and Mr. Karthi Gajendran, President - Airport Development (extreme right) and other dignitaries. AP1 GVK Bali celebrates Bali Kites Festival The GVK SBU team organised a terminal wide Bali Kites Festival with a dedicated theme for children, Kids Fly High. The Bali Kites Festival is a traditional kites festival celebrated every year. To mark the spirit of this festival, the entire terminal was decorated with huge fancy kites. The airport s ambience glistened with the vibrant atmosphere that enhanced passengers travel experience. Terminal decorated with kites Jegurupadu CCPP sets high standards Jegurupadu CCPP team cleared the BOE exam-2014 conducted by Boilers Department, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh and the pass percentage was 80% which is phenomenal for BOE exams. Mr. John Fernandes, Director - Operations commended the Jegurupadu team for this remarkable achievement and encouraged them for their future endeavours as well. BOE (Boiler Operation Engineer) exam is conducted by the Directorate of Boilers of respective State Govts. to assess the practical ability and technical knowledge of the candidates in boiler operation. Certificate of Proficiency as a Boiler Operation Engineer is issued to the candidates after successful completion of the written test Paper 1, 2 (on Boilers), Paper 3 (boiler drawing) and oral examination. (Left-Right)Mr. B. B. Krishna Reddy - Engineer (Opn.) Mr. Y. Murali Krishna Asst. Manager (Opn.) Mr. K. Nagaraju - Engineer (Opn.) Mr. J. Samuel Gnanaraj Sr. Engineer (Opn.) 11 GVK WORLD December 2014

14 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS Mr. Venkata Ravi Ram, Gautami CCPP addresses a conference on O&M and Lifecycle Management Strategies for CCPP Mr. Venkata Ravi Ram, Plant In-Charge, Gautami CCPP, was the only speaker invited from India at the 4th International Conference on O&M and Lifecycle Management Strategies for Combined Cycle Power Plants, Birmingham, UK. He was among the eight esteemed speakers at the twoday conference. Besides his paper, he was also a member of the panel discussion. The conference had delegates from a wide range of operators, OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and vendors coming together to Mr. Venkata Ravi Ram addressing the conference discuss the key strategic and operational issues currently impacting the CCGT (Combined Cycle Gas Turbine) market. The conference provided an opportunity to discuss at length best practices for turbine life extension, managing CCGT operations and maintenance in the current climate. It also highlighted how international operators have executed cost-effective and efficient long term O&M (Operations & Maintenance) strategies in order to optimise plant flexibility and life. Workmen Safety Program at Goindwal Sahib TPP Goindwal Sahib TPP conducted Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training by experienced trainers for workmen at the site. This would be useful for workmen to prevent accidents and mishaps at the site. Training at Tokisud Coal Mines A Vocational Training programme was conducted for Project Affected Persons (PAPs) at Urej village. The programme aimed to provide necessary skills for employing them at the mines. It comprised fifty participants and focussed on safety measures in mining operations. GVK WORLD December

15 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS Dr. Narendra Hosabettu - GVK CSIA, panelist at the Aviation Conference Dr. Narendra Hosabettu - Sr. Vice President, Environment Deptt., GVK CSIA was one of the panelists at the 3rd Aviation Conference- Indian Aviation and Environment: What next? held in New Delhi. It was organised by the University of Applied Sciences Frankfurt, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies and the EU-India Civil Aviation Cooperation Programme. The conference brought together experts from around the world to discuss policy and technology changes that are shaping the industry, identify environmental strategies for sustainable growth and encourage joint initiatives and networking. As part of his presentation, Dr. Narendra Hosabettu highlighted various achievements and milestones crossed by GVK Airports across the environmental management domain. The conference was attended by over Mr. Narendra Hosabettu (right) at the conference 130 participants representing the MoCA, DGCA, policy-makers, practitioners, researchers, aviation and environmental industry experts, including Dr. Karlheinz Haag-Lufthansa, Dr. Pratyush Kumar-Boeing, Mr. Rajan Raman-Airbus, Mr. Ted Elliff-ENVISA and Mr. Kapil Kaul-CAPA. Environmental Sustainability at GVK CSIA GVK CSIA contributes towards conservation of nature. GVK CSIA s horticulture team has been significantly contributing towards tree plantation and conservation at Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). Over 8000 trees have been planted in the forest area of SGNP that would help in soil conservation, provide fruits for wildlife and aid forest regeneration. This would contribute towards environmental sustainability, ecological balance, protection of flora and fauna, conservation of natural resources and maintenance of the quality of soil, air and water at the park. With support and guidance from Mr. Suresh Thorat, IFS, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Maharashtra Forest Department and Mr. Vikas Gupta, IFS, Chief Conservator of Forests and Director, SGNP, GVK CSIA is the only corporate this year ( ) that is contributing towards tree plantation at SGNP. Officials from the Forest Department have commended GVK CSIA for its green initiatives and have also encouraged them to continue their association through various other projects. This year, GVK CSIA will provide 400 medicinal herbs to develop a nursery of medicinal plants, 400 medicinal and 800 ornamental trees and wildlife fruit bearing trees. With guidance from Dr. Narendra Hosabettu, GVK CSIA s Horticulture team led by Mr. Hanumant Raje will also contribute towards the development of Ashok Ban and a Fragrance Garden at SGNP that would also increase the number of visitors. During the Tree Plantation Drive conducted on World Environment Day, many school children, environmentalists, representatives of Mumbai Teachers Association and college students also partnered with GVK CSIA medicinal plants for diabetic control (Insulin plants- Costus Igneus) were distributed to MIALites and stakeholders. The Horticulture Dept. at GVK CSIA is also planning to impart nature education to school children and MIAL staff. GVK CSIA has also initiated tribal upliftment activities in association with NGO- NAATA Foundation. 250 fruit bearing trees have been provided for plantation at Vanicha Pada, a tribal village located in the forest area of Aarey colony. 13 GVK WORLD December 2014

16 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS GVK MIAL Releases Sustainability Report 2014 Building upon its commitment towards sustainability, GVK MIAL has released its second annual Sustainability Report - The Sustainability Report 2014 highlighting the achievements of GVK MIAL. This report follows the latest GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) G4 guidelines and meets the requirements to be in-accordance comprehensive, the highest application level for completeness, transparency and stakeholder inclusiveness. GVK CSIA is the 1st Airport in Asia and the 5th in the world to release a report as per the G4 guidelines. A sustainability report is a report published by a company or organization about the economic, environmental and social impacts caused by its everyday activities. The report also presents the organization s values and governance model and demonstrates the link between its strategy and its commitment to a sustainable global economy. The Sustainability Report 2014 is designed to augment transparency of communication and provide stakeholders with information on MIAL s performance, and how various aspects of MIAL s business operations are connected. The report also provides an overview of how the organization mitigates risks while leveraging opportunities in a sustainable manner. The report is divided into six chapters covering performance of MIAL on the triple bottom line Economy, Environment and Society. Each focus area is intended to provide stakeholders with relevant information pertaining to MIAL s performance and approach, giving deeper insight into the organization as a whole. The report is yet another feather to MIAL s sustainability programme amidst growing global awareness of the importance of sustainable development. Key Highlights: Sustainability Report 2014 Creating Value Direct and indirect contribution to national GDP - Rs Billion Contribution to state GDP % Jobs created by MIAL s operations - 49,000 Delighting Consumers MIAL positioned as the 5th best airport in the million passengers per annum category by ACI in 2013 Passenger handling capacity 40 Million 223 retail outlets across terminals (T2 63, T1 A 42, T1 B 82, T1 C - 36) Airport Service Quality Score 4.66 / 5 Environmental Stewardship Reduction by 3% in direct and 10% in indirect energy consumption viz-a-viz last year Reduction by 5% in direct and 6% in indirect emission viza-viz last year 10,000+ trees planted over the last year LEED certification for the new Terminal 2 ACA Level 2 certification for carbon accounting and management A People Organization 1,572 Employees in with 363 new recruitments (F: 317, M:1,255) 1,095 hours of employee training Corporate Citizenship Civil Defence Course: 143 civilians were trained in fire fighting, prevention and administration of first aid Vastradaan Campaign: MIAL along with Umang Foundation distributed collected clothes to people from economically weaker sections of society Support for Education: MIAL along with Jagriti Yatra and SHILP extended support for education and skill development in meritorious candidates as well as children from economically weaker sections of society Encouraging Sports: GVK Foundation has been sponsoring Tennis Tournaments such as GVK AISTA Tennis Championship CSIA By Numbers Total Passengers: - Domestic 2,18,80,686 - International 1,03,40,709 Connectivity: - Domestic 5 Domestic Airlines 1 Domestic Freighter Airline 42 Domestic Destinations - International 42 International Airlines 15 International Freighter Airline 41 International Destinations Cargo Tonnage:648,744 GVK WORLD December

17 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS GVK BIAL Pinnacle Awards GVK KIA, Bengaluru organized the inaugural edition of the BIAL Pinnacle Awards. These awards provide a platform to recognize star performances amongst the various airport stakeholders and also encourage a culture of continued excellence that would significantly impact the performance at the airport. Winners at the event The awards ceremony was held in the presence of Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, MD, BIAL and senior management from BIAL. Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, MD-BIAL The philosophy of Pinnacle Awards is to resonate the vision of the airport - To excel in consistent, efficient and friendly delivery of airport services as the gateway to South India. The BIAL Pinnacle Awards have been constituted to recognise stakeholder contribution that would help KIA, Bengaluru reach an elevated position amongst airports not only in India but in the world. Sports enthusiasm at GVK KIA, Bengaluru BIAL Sports Committee organized a Football Tournament for the BIAL staff and for the Airport Community (Concessionaires, Airlines, Commercial Partners) and a Throw Ball tournament for the women employees of BIAL. 12 teams across different partners and concessionaires participated in the Football tournament. Team-BIAL emerged as Champions. At the Women s Throw Ball tournament, Team Sunshine emerged as the winners. Team BIAL - Champions of the Football Tournament Team Sunshine - Winners of Women s Throw Ball Tournament GVK KIA lauded for its green landscape For the 3rd consecutive year, GVK s Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru has been adjudged the Best Maintained Landscape/Garden in the Big Garden Category at the Bangalore city Landscape Garden competition which was organized by The Mysore Horticultural Society. Led by Mr Shriram Bapu Salunkhe, the Landscape team at GVK KIA has brought home many laurels for the airport s beautiful green landscape. With design elements influenced by Karnataka s rich cultural heritage, the airport landscape is now a key part of passenger experience inculding Heritage Boulevard, Street Scape Garden Boulevard, Central Park, Entry Drive, Car park, VVIP Terminal Landscape and Indoor Landscape at the terminal. 15 GVK WORLD December 2014

18 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS Dasara Sports - Tennikoit, Kabaddi Winners of the BIAL Tennikoit Tournament 2014 Team Panthers - Champions of the BIAL Kabaddi Tournament 2014 Kerb comes alive! Keeping up with the popular tradition of Bombe Habba in Karnataka where dolls are placed on an odd-numbered stepped platform, GVK KIA showcased a vibrant set-up of the dolls at the Kerb. Put together by the cultural team Sansqriti, this pulsating exhibition of the dolls welcomed the guests and visitors to a delightful ambience. Joy of Giving 65 children and staff from Sarvodaya Service Society visited GVK KIA, their first ever visit to an airport. The children were well received by GVK KIA volunteers and were taken for a tour around the Terminal. The children interacted with the airline crew, terminal staff, ARFF and security teams and the management. They got a glimpse of the aircraft landing and taking off including a display dog squad drill from CISF. All processes at the terminal were explained to them in Kannada, English and sign language. Many associates from GVK KIA volunteered for this initiative including employees from ARFF, Daily Ops, E&M, Finance, HR, ICT, Procurement, Quality, Security and Projects Departments. Seminar on Road Safety at Jaipur-Kishangarh Expressway Project A seminar on First Aid Post & Pre was attended by Manager- Route Operations Mr. V.V.N. Murthy along with other staff members of the Rescue Team at Jaipur-Kishangarh Expressway Project. It was quite an informative session for the team that works 24x7 to provide accident relief to the highway users. (2nd row: from R-L) - Mr. V. V. N. Murthy along with the team GVK WORLD December

19 Fest at GVK One RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS Participants and customers at the event Atrium Décor Kids participating in the Greeting Card workshop A month long Summer Fest was held at GVK One mall to entertain visitors. Various fun games, activities and workshops were organized for kids and there were also a few entertainment activities for the elderly. Various activities were organized like greeting card making, tray decoration, hairband making, etc. SMS and campaigns were also conducted. The event witnessed huge participation. Summer Fest event creative at the gates of GVK One Win at One The annual Mega Shopping festival of GVK One was held during Dussehra and Diwali to encourage and reward its patrons with exciting gifts. Mrs Shalini Bhupal, ED TAJGVK Hotels with Mr. N S R Parthasaradhy, VP - Projects (C) and Mr Sanjay Bansal Head, GVK One (L) Mrs Shalini Bhupal presenting the Bumper prize GVK One - Adjudged the Best Mall for Security Set Up and Services In a function organized by the Hyderabad City Police, Mr. M. Mahendar Reddy, IPS, Commissioner of Police awarded the Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Sridhar K. Sundaram, Sr. Manager Security, GVK One and his team in recognising their efforts towards cooperation with the City Police in serving the people by installing High Public Safety and Security devices. Mr. Sridhar K. Sundaram receiving the Certificate of Appreciation 17 GVK WORLD December 2014

20 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS CSR at TAJGVK Building Sustainable Livelihood TAJGVK works towards skill development of the underprivileged youth to create employability. In collaboration with Dr. Reddy s Foundation, TAJGVK provides a platform to impart practical training under the Skill Development Programme, upon completion of which the youth are certified by Taj Hotels and Dr. Reddy s Foundation. Eligible people are also certified under the Hunar Se Rozgar Programme managed by IHM and Ministry of Tourism. Some success stories Vijaya Rajendra He belongs to a very poor family in Hyderabad that depended on daily wages for livelihood. After completing class XII, his motto was to share his family s responsibilities. The training with Taj helped him develop his confidence, personality and skills. A very dedicated person, Vijaya now works with Apollo Hospitals as a Housekeeping Supervisor and draws a salary of Rs. 8,000 per month. Madhuri Madhuri s father is a daily wage labourer and mother is physically challenged. She had the zeal to grow and this platform provided by Taj helped her lose her inhibitions. The certifications received from both Taj and IHM secured her a job in an ice cream parlour with a salary of Rs. 6,500 per month. Madhuri is very happy working and is also helping her family. Ramesh He comes from a village in Andhra Pradesh. He was quite an introvert during his initial days of the training but his commitment did not deter him from realising his goal and he groomed himself with basics in customer service. Today, he is employed in a Facility Management company - Car Zone at the Hyderabad International Airport and is drawing a salary of Rs. 7,500 per month. Ramesh is now a role model for the people in his village and a huge support to his family. Food Donation Taj Krishna has collaborated with Vivekananda School to provide for the food requirements of underprivileged children. The team regularly visits the school to oversee the well-being of the students. Besides donating food, Taj Krishna also conducts many community - based activities like donation of Lost & Found items, awareness programmes on Hygiene Day etc. Sale and Purchase of NGO goods Taj Krishna has collaborated with NGOs like Mesh and Hyderabad Goes Green, for sale and purchase of products made by lesser developed communities. A quarterly sale of handmade products like breads, cookies, bags, pouches and decorative items etc. is organised in the hotel and gifts for staff R&R are also purchased from them. This is a means to encourage them and help them earn their livelihood. GVK WORLD December

21 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS GVK BIO Premier League (GPL) Cricket fever was in the air at GVK BIO when 19 teams representing specific Business and Functional units participated in a mega-cricket tournament. These were NRM III Gladiators, CPU Dashers, Analytical Stunners, Inogent Legends, Inogent Warriors, Informatics IT Lions, Biology Warriors, Uppal Radicals, CPU Lions, Informatics Victors, Uppal Riders, Analytical Braves, Campus Cheetahs, NRM II XI Sachins, Corporate XI, NRM III Bullets, Furious Fighters, NRM I XI Bullets and Chem Strikers. Uppal Radicals emerged winners, bringing a perfect end to a thrilling tournament. With many cherished moments throughout, GPL 2014 stands as a testimony to the fact that there is no substitute for Teamwork. A tournament where a total of 266 employees played in 18 games, making it the highest participated event at GVK BIO. It was truly a feast for spectators, an experience of a lifetime for the players, and an amazing opportunity for employee bonding. Collaboration with Thara Homes In its endeavour towards building upon the symbiotic relation with the society and its responsibilities, GVK BIOites planned a visit to Thara Homes, an NGO that looks after the welfare of children deprived of families. Many fun activities like cricket match, basketball, tree-planting and painting etc., were organised for the children that brightened up their day. Thara has helped more than 1000 children out of which more than 400 children have been reunited with their families. GVK Bagodara-Vasad Expressway In line with the Hon ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi s Clean India Drive, GVK s Bagodara-Vasad Expressway Project team contributed towards cleaning of the Base Camp and site. 19 GVK WORLD December 2014

22 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS Singapore Consul General visits GVK EMRI Mr. Roy Kho, Singapore Consul General visited the GVK EMRI Hyderabad centre and spent some time understanding the emergency response mechanism. Mr. Chandan Datta, National Ops Head explained about the services provided by GVK EMRI in case of any emergency, and also explained about various services like Dial 100, 104, 102, Mother and Child Drop Back Facility, Mobile Medical Units and 181 Women Helpline. He took a tour of the Emergency Response Centre (call centre), training centre, server room and also the well-equipped ambulances. He was very impressed with the response services provided by GVK EMRI and its impact on the society. He congratulated the entire team of GVK EMRI for their efforts towards upliftment of the society and for having developed this organized and well established facility. Mr. Chandan Datta receving Mr. Roy Kho, Singapore Consul General Mr. Chandan Datta explaining about GVK EMRI services to Mr. Roy Kho World Bank collaborates with GVK EMRI World Bank, during its 2014 India Development Marketplace event announced a joint project with GVK EMRI on Building EM capacity in hospitals through Emergency Room Technicians for North East India. The event was graced by Shri. Jitesh Khosla, IAS, Chief Secretary, Assam, Mr. Onno Ruhl, Country Director for India, World Bank, Mr. Anil Sinha, Regional Head South Asia Inclusive Business Models, IFC, Ms. Natalia Agapitova, Programme Lead, Development Marketplace, Shri. Krishnam Raju, Director, GVK EMRI, Dr. Ramanna Rao, Head EMLC and a host of delegates from across the country and abroad. Shri Krishnam Raju, Director, GVK EMRI and Dr. Ramanna Rao, Head EMLC received the award from Shri. Jitesh Khosla and Mr. Onno Ruhl for Building EM Capacity in Hospitals through Emergency Rooms Technicians. From L-R : Mr. Krishnam Raju, Mr. Ramana Rao, Mr. Onno Ruhl, Mr. Jitesh Khosla and Mr. Anil Sinha Mr. Krishnam Raju explaining the emergency management process and training programmes to Mr. Jitesh Khosla GVK EMRI s initiative for graduates In its efforts to facilitate better emergency response services across states, GVK EMRI, in collaboration with Stanford University, USA has launched an Advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Emergency Care (APGDEC). This programme is aimed to educate life science degree holders about patient care in various emergency situations that would equip them with skills necessary to serve in the emergency department of hospitals. GVK EMRI is housed in 39 acres campus at Hyderabad with modern facilities for Emergency management, Research and Training. GVK EMRI deploys state-of-the-art technology including practical training on mannequins to ensure every student learns with enthusiasm. GVK EMRI has also collaborated with globally renowned bodies like CMU, 9-1-1, STC, AAPI, AAEMI and Geomed etc. to inculcate best practices. GVK WORLD December

23 RECOGNITIONS AND EVENTS GVK EMRI and National Trauma Research Institute (NTRI), Australia to collaborate on developing better trauma care models To strengthen much needed trauma care in India, GVK EMRI has signed an MoU with NTRI Australia that would further enhance an established world-class network of emergency transport services managed by GVK EMRI. The expertise of NTRI Australia would bring an unparalleled opportunity to develop regional trauma systems that provide injured people with lifesaving care at the roadside, rapid transport and timely treatment of their injuries. Aims of the collaboration Developing model regional trauma systems linking ambulance and hospital services Developing protocols to guide treatment and transport of patients Training in trauma care and emergency system leadership Strengthening communications, system monitoring and oversight Demonstrating effectiveness of integrated systems on patients and costs Provide financial models to support sustainable systems Our Founder Chairman and MD, Dr. GVK Reddy and Prof. Russel Gruen - Director, NTRI signing the MoU in the presence of Australian PM Mr. Tony Abbot (C). GVK EMRI helps reduce Maternal and Infant Mortality Ratio in states across India Since its inception in 2005, the GVK EMRI service has helped transport more than 25 million patients to medical facilities out of which more than 8 million (> 30%) have been pregnancy related cases. This timely intervention by GVK EMRI has helped reduce the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) significantly. In a state like Tamil Nadu where the service was started in 2008, the Maternal Mortality Rate has decreased from 85 to 79 per 100,000 live births. Since 2008, it has also helped the government reduce the Infant Mortality Rate from 35 to 22 per 1,000 live births. Similarly, in Gujarat where the service has been active since 2007, MMR has come down by 15%. In Andhra Pradesh, where the GVK EMRI services were launched in 2005, a 13% reduction in MMR has been recorded. One of the chief causes of Maternal Deaths identified by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is delay in identification and transportation of the pregnant woman to a nearby medical facility. In a diverse country like India with a large rural population, varied geography and inadequate transport infrastructure, this issue gets compounded. And where emergency transport is available, the ambulance staff is often not trained to handle such cases, should a woman deliver enroute. GVK EMRI ambulance staff has been specially trained in basic life and cardiac support, as well as support in obstetrics. In fact, GVK EMRI technicians have successfully assisted in over 300,000 deliveries which took place enroute to the medical facility itself. 21 GVK WORLD December 2014

24 PROJECT UPDATES 330 MW Shrinagar HEP, Uttarakhand Dam upstream radial gates view Dam downstream radial gates view Dam downstream radial gates view Power House upstream penstocks view Forebay Intake and Bypass Gates charging view GVK WORLD December

25 PROJECT UPDATES Deoli - Kota Expressway Project, Rajasthan Toll Plaza Overview of road Toll Plaza building GVK EPC: Fast-tracking growth The main challenge for any company involved in development projects is to deliver the project on time and at a predetermined price. Having an in-house EPC arm reduces the risk of dependency on outside agencies for the delivery of the project. The engineering and construction contractor carries out the detailed engineering design of the project, procures all the required equipment and materials, and then constructs and delivers a functioning facility or asset for the company. GVK Projects and Technical Services Limited (GVKPTSL), the Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) group is the construction arm of GVK. It helps deliver responsive and end-to-end engineering, procurement and construction solutions for GVK s crucial projects including project management. Presently, GVK EPC has two major road projects that are under construction in Rajasthan and Gujarat and a hydro project in Uttarakhand. The vertical is also contributing towards non EPC works at Goindwal Sahib Thermal Power Plant, infrastructure and R & R Colony works at the coal mines in Jharkhand and is actively involved in the Ratle Hydro Electric Project. The GVK EPC team has overcome many challenges pertaining to clearances, local interferences and other socioeconomic issues to deliver these projects. With EPC s valuable contribution, GVK is well placed to commission three of its major projects, Deoli-Kota Expressway Project, Shrinagar Hydro Electric Project and Goindwal Sahib Thermal Power Plant. The other key projects like Bagodara-Vasad Expressway and Ratle HEP are under development. Also, with the new government s focus on infrastructure development, it is expected that many projects on PPP mode would be implemented in the near future, thereby helping progressive companies like GVK to effectively contribute towards economic development. Thus, the role of EPC is only set to grow as it would help deliver projects in a timely and costeffective manner. 23 GVK WORLD December 2014

26 WORK. FUN. FAMILY. Fun activities Jegurupadu CCPP A fun evening was organized for Jegurupadu CCPP employees and their families. Everyone had a great time socializing over a quiz competition that was followed by dinner. Gautami CCPP Fun and sports events conducted for employees and their families. Running Race Slow cycling French Cricket Marathon on World Environment Day GVK WORLD December

27 WORK. FUN. FAMILY. Harnessing creative talent at GVK CSIA A poster drawing competition was conducted for GVK MIALites families as part of World Environment Day celebrations. Huge participation was witnessed and the entries were evaluated on skills, concept as well as presentation. All entries were awarded Encouragement Prizes. Following are the winners: 1st Prize 2nd Prize 3rd Prize Shilpa Amrute- Security Yash and Sakshi Jadhav, Children of Mr. Sanjay Jadhav HR Resa Mascarenhas, Daughter of Ms. Anita Mascarenhas HR Consolation Prizes Prize Distribution Ceremony Jaydev Kenghe, Son of Mr. Alhad Kenghe -Projects Viraj Desai, Son of Ms. Smita Desai Finance Birthday Bagodra Vasad Expressway Project 25 GVK WORLD December 2014

28 EMPLOYEES CONTRIBUTION A Journey called India Venkat and his wife Lakshmi were walking up and down the house, awaiting the arrival of their son - Ram, his American wife Mary, and their US raised kids Ananya and Krish. As Ram and his family arrived in their traditional home in Mylapore, Chennai a subtle happiness descended on the family. Ram... was the journey too long? Did the children feel bored during the long wait for changeover at Mumbai airport? Venkat was curious to know about how they spent time at Mumbai airport, since he insisted for the detour from JFK to Chennai via Mumbai, despite those ordeals of changeover. Ram narrated to his parents, how he got delayed to board the flight due to the skylight walk at the terminal and how he was about to miss the flight to Chennai, as they had visited the Airport museum and had to rush to the plane as the last passenger. No sooner the flight gained height and the seat belt sign switched off, the kids ran from their seats, to ask, Dad, what is that huge black wooden carved structure of 12th century, among the many ancient things we saw at Mumbai airport terminal? I have not seen anything like this before in my Google search or in any books. Ananya s curiosity was palpable. Are they available in temples and in use even now, in India? What s that old big goat like structure on a wooden platform dad? It was Krish s turn... And those huge facades and frames? Are they part of the royal remains of a kingdom?... Are there those ancient forts and palaces standing even now, came the chorus from both. And then those huge wooden boxes? Are they the ones used centuries ago? In place of our suitcases for travel..? Ram saw their curiosity and eagerness to learn about a journey A journey into the past... A GVK WORLD December

29 EMPLOYEES CONTRIBUTION journey India and her people travelled for over several thousand years. Ram soon realized the tough job in hand to explain to them, about a tradition, about a legacy, a glorious past of a diverse art and culture, different languages and faiths, all of them being different from one state to another. A tough assignment, he for sure, would need his dad and mom s help to tell them the story......the story of India, be it the Royalty of Rajasthan or Bravery of Maharashtra, Tradition of Tamil Nadu or Culture of Karnataka, Nature of Tripura or the Legacy of Kerala... or the Art of Andhra. A story spanning over several thousand years, the birth place of many religions, Vedas and Yogas, Sastras and Sutras. The story of the mystique and medieval India s history is endless as well as unfathomable and will take beyond a lifetime for anyone to explain or experience. Ram was confident, his father would explain to his grandchildren about those statues and structures, relics and remnants, antiques and artifacts, each depicting a rich heritage of a state in India, which they saw and admired at Mumbai airport, and the legendary stories behind them... including showing some of them, in this holiday visit, in a Temple or a street nearby. As Ram narrated his travel experience on his return to US and his transit halt to and fro at Mumbai Airport, James, his colleague saw a glow and emotion, a sense of pride on his face. More than telling James about a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, Ram was elated to explain the time (or the lack of it), he, Mary and the kids spent in the terminal and the way they have showcased A Journey Called India. James also noticed, as Ram explained, how an airport could appeal to a kid and a grandfather alike and how it could kindle a curiosity or quell one, by becoming a subject itself for discussion. Also how an airport could attract another destination traveller, as a visitor, enroute. As Ram described the Journey Called India to James, in his New Jersey office during lunch, he fondly recalled the huge 1000 year old Ganesh statue, blessing the passengers benevolently at the airport and the story his father told the kids about Lord Ganesh winning the mango (knowledge) by just going around his parents Shiva and Parvati, compared to his brother who took a worldwide tour to gain the same. The same epic story was told by his father when he was young, as told to him by his grandfather and so on, for over a thousand years. A flash of thought crossed his mind, Was his father likening this story to the Mumbai airport, for showcasing entire India, in just the Terminal itself? A day later, when Ram was reminiscing about those events and his story to James, he was wondering if he was narrating his journey via an airport or the journey India travelled thus far. Well, when Ram met James in his office next, he saw James on the net searching for a flight heading to Mumbai. May we say, a Pride of India! By Y. S. Manian, GVK MIAL 27 GVK WORLD December 2014

30 Here are some memorable travel experiences shared by GVKites in response to the SYTE contest Share Your Travel Experience contest Somnath The Best Temple I ve ever visited Gujarat In the Land of the Mahatma, to be in the Company of the King. Somnath The Best Temple The place is an architectural wonder with lush gardens in the surroundings. Once here, one must not miss the point at the edge of the temple directing to the south which claims that moving straight in the pointed direction, would take one to South Pole, uninterrupted by any land mass in between. Somnath is a calm and peaceful place to be that would surely bring one closer to the God within oneself. Gir - A Journey into the Lion s Den, the only Den left Sasan Gir is like any other National Sanctuary you visit. A small town surrounded by a forest. You realize you ve entered Gir as soon as the green fields accompanying the roads, give way to the dense dusty trees. Since I visited Gir in March, it wasn t much green around, but an equal draw between rising mercury and probability of animal sighting. The forest looked dry and felt thirsty. The morning safari was beautiful. March still had a bit of chill to offer at 6 in the morning and the sunrise offered very warm scenic view of the forest. We were blessed to catch a sight of His Highness, The King of the Jungle. We also spotted a pair of lionesses set out for a morning walk/ kill. It was really breath-taking when we followed the pair of lionesses, walking on the safari track for about 15 mins before they got into the forest again. It was one majestic view which left each one of us spell-bound. It was a beautiful experience tracking the pugmarks. The wind was enjoyable, the forest was quiet and dense and the feeling of suspense wafted through the air making our jungle safari unforgettable. GVK WORLD December

31 EMPLOYEES CONTRIBUTION Diu The Silent Goa If you relate Goa to a dose of adrenaline, then Diu would surely be a shot of anaesthesia. It is calm and serene. The most stunning and breath taking moment at Diu would be a walk on the beach at around 6:30 in the morning, enjoying the soothing breeze and watching the sun rise out of the ocean. If you are one of those people who love the sound of silence, then the inherent beats of Diu s life would surely please your eardrums. Sunrise at Sugati Beach Resort, Diu A view from Diu Fort From the peaceful Somnath, to the calm and scenic Diu and further to the majestic Gir; all these places have a lot to offer, to soothe your senses and appeal your heart. Prasad Y Utekar GVK CSIA Trip to Maredumilli A joyful journey along with friends amidst greenery During January 2014, I went to Maredumilli, a beautiful tourist place with lovely lakes and thick forest. It is located near East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. It is around 115 km from our place, Gautami CCPP. We were eight friends on bikes and our journey began early morning, one fine day. Beautiful landscaping, paddy fields, picturesque lakes, dense trees made it a very enjoyable ride. We had lunch besides a beautiful lake. Cool weather pollution free air scenic beauty Great time with friends at Maredumilli. Sunkara SN Murthy Gautami CCPP 29 GVK WORLD December 2014

32 Family trip to Andaman Andaman generates mixed feelings for me... My first longest trip from Mumbai Involved all modes of transport Rail, Ship and Air, Witnessed nascent nature in Andaman beaches Visited cellular jail and, Realized that independence does not come without sacrifice Enjoyed the innocence and welcoming nature of local people and, Sensed the importance of moving from independence to interdependence Will cherish proud memories forever since Andaman is part of my country, India. Nature s rarest wonders These pics were clicked around 2007 when I was working with the cruise industry. While sailing in South Pacific Ocean, I was fortunate to see a dormant volcano in an island. It was one of the most thrilling sights of my life to witness one of nature s rarest wonders. We could only see smoke and particles of ash all over the place. It was indeed a splendid experience and one of the few places close to my heart. This beautiful ship sailed across many beautiful places of the world. This picture was taken at a port showing the hull of the ship touching the buildings on shore. Vinayak Sohani GVK CSIA Sunita Shetty GVK CSIA Beautiful city of Hyderabad I joined GVK EMRI in March this year, just after completing my MBA from Symbiosis International University. It was my first ever experience of visiting South India as I joined the Head Office in the beautiful city of Hyderabad. During my initial days, when I was trying to acquaint myself with the city, I met someone special who is also my wife now. Here is a glimpse of my travel experience across this gorgeous city with my wife. Akshat Mandloi GVK EMRI, Hyderabad GVK WORLD December

33 EMPLOYEES CONTRIBUTION Once upon a time a daughter complained to her father that her life was miserable and that she didn t know how she was going to make it. She was tired of fighting and struggling all the time. It seemed just as one problem was solved, another one soon followed. Her father, a chef, took her to the kitchen. He filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Once the three pots began to boil, he placed potatoes in one pot, eggs in the second pot, and ground coffee beans in the third pot. He then let them sit and boil, without saying a word to his daughter. The daughter, moaned and impatiently waited, wondering what he was doing. After twenty minutes he turned off the burners. He took the potatoes out of the pot and placed them in a bowl. He pulled the eggs out and placed them a bowl. He then ladled the coffee out and placed it in a cup. Turning to her he asked. Daughter, what do you see? Potatoes, eggs, and coffee, she hastily replied. Look closer, he said, and touch the potatoes. She did and noted that they were soft. He then asked her to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard-boiled egg. Finally, he asked her to sip the coffee. Its rich aroma brought a smile to her face. Father, what does this mean? she asked. He then explained that the potatoes, the eggs and coffee beans had each faced the same adversity - the boiling water. However, each one reacted differently. The potato went in strong, hard, and unrelenting, but in boiling water, it became soft and weak. The egg was fragile, with the thin outer shell protecting its liquid interior until it was put in the boiling water. Then the inside of the egg became hard. However, the ground coffee beans were unique. After they were exposed to the boiling water, they changed the water and created something new. Which one are you, he asked his daughter. When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a potato, an egg, or a coffee bean? In life, things happen around us, things happen to us, but the only thing that truly matters is what happens within us. Which one are you? Which one are you? by PVSS Kumar, Jegurupadu CCPP with inputs from web SAP implementation at GVK SAP (System Application and Products) is designed to create a common centralized database for all applications running across all departments in an organization. It is at the centre of today s technology revolution; developing innovations that not only help businesses run like never before, but also improve the lives of people everywhere. For a premier infrastructure developer like GVK, the importance of SAP was long being felt. Seeking to improve efficiencies and tighten integration, GVK sought to bring its entire line of operating companies onto a central, standardized platform that would allow the business to benefit from greater economies of scale. GVK needed to maintain tight control over all aspects of its operations, in order to ensure that projects are implemented on schedule and that its many business divisions run as profitably. GVK partnered with IBM Global Business Services to implement a broad suite of SAP ERP applications, including Finance & Controlling, Materials Management, Plant Maintenance and Sales & Distribution. For improved project lifecycle management, GVK chose to deploy SAP Project System, and the company streamlined electronic document management with SAP Document Management System. It all began on May when GVK SAP team comprising core members and consultants set a go-live date for January The team put in a lot of efforts into the implementation. The day used to begin with a morning meeting that went on endlessly. As we approached the scheduled date, we were working relentlessly without any question of a weekend or a holiday. But much to our delight, our hard work and planning finally paid off when we completed the project in scheduled time, in just eight months. The first phase of SAP implementation comprised five modules, namely, Finance, Material Management, Plant Maintenance, Projects and Sales & Distribution. With GVK having twenty two different companies with different GL codes and different processes, bringing this into common chart of accounts was one of the biggest challenges for the core team. A SAP umbrella for GVK has enabled a better integrated management that allows its users to conjoin diverse parts of business and access intelligible database and endless MIS information. The MIS forms an important part of the equation as it helps to analyse the data generated by SAP and implement the required changes in real time. The visibility, real time transaction and access of information to its users at multiple locations are the biggest advantages of SAP. by Megha Rani, GVK Corp. Office, Hyderabad 31 GVK WORLD December 2014

34 EMPLOYEES CONTRIBUTION A Father s Love I am a Toddler!!! Generally fathers are not very expressive about their love and affection towards kids like mothers are. That s why kids share most of their feelings with their mothers. In this poem, a father expresses his desire to hear a word of affection from his child and describes how much he loves him/her. If you want to come with me Do not hesitate and please feel free, But there are some rules that you ought to know Even if you do not agree... please follow. Always get me some chocolate let wrappers shine. If I saw it first, it s mine If I had it first, it s mine If I had it yesterday & still remember it, it s still mine. Even if you doubt, just say it s Fine. Pack my bag with chips & snacks If I m wearing a new dress, let it be with tags. Whether they re your specs or attractive glares If I was thinking about playing with them, it s fair If they re broken, they re all yours; You should have been more careful, for sure My play school is good but garden has a better view... My two little eyes can discover everything new. If it is your Phone, I must use it With sweet little voice, PAPA get me Toys kit A mischievous smile and a whimpering cry - yehhh meeeee Bring on ice-creams & pastries, let me try - Yummyyyyy by Ashutosh Ranjan, GVK EPC, Gurgaon When Mom s hands are full, I should be carried & hugged... When she is in a hurry & wants to carry me, I should walk alone. Coz with my two little feet jumping on the floor I am a toddler! My Mission is to explore by Yogeeta Upadhyaya, GVK CSIA GVK WORLD December

35 GUEST SECTION Fly safe, Fly healthy Short flights are delightful but long haul flights can be a little challenging. Prolonged exposure to cold and dry cabin air forces some of us have to use the washroom often. A snoring neighbour or a bawling kid kicking our seat from behind makes the journey more taxing. Losing the track of time is another factor that affects the body cycle. The crew serves breakfast when we are just falling asleep, and when everyone sleeps we feel hungry. Air turbulence too plays spoilsport and leads to anxiety related insomnia, making many of us fatigued due to lack of sleep. Amidst all this, what we must actually worry about and try preventing is a bigger health risk of developing a clot in our blood vessels that may arise due to prolonged seating duration in such flights. Understanding the clot is the first step in preventing it. When we are wounded, blood spatters out. Our body s healing mechanism kicks in, creating a natural bandage, a crusted dark brown covering called the clot to stop the bleeding. The clot (medically known as thrombus) can sometimes turn into a curse when it develops at the wrong place. Take for example our veins that carry used blood (by the body) back to the heart and then to the lungs for purification. The problem starts when these body s pipelines are narrowed or partially blocked. This may take place due to an injury to the vein such as a sharp blow or surgery, or heart disease or radiation therapy for cancer. Even prolonged immobility can disrupt the venous blood flow and sometimes block it (medically known as thrombosis). These above mentioned conditions cause sluggish blood flow and clot formation in the veins. If these troublesome clots form in veins that run deep in our body they are known as Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT. There are other reasons for DVT, like thickening of the blood due to dehydration, or restricted blood flow due to tight clothes. A tightly fastened seat belt can also hamper the blood flow. When the clots develop in veins surrounded by powerful calf muscles of the legs it can be fatal. The clot that generally hangs on to the inner side of the vein (thrombus) can get dislodged by the pressure from the powerful calf muscles. This mobile missile called embolus is now free to travel with the blood. When the blood (carrying embolus) from the calf veins is heading first to the heart and then to the lungs for purification, it may turn into a life threatening situation. The embolus blocks the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs or other crucial blood vessels in the lungs resulting in a serious condition called Pulmonary Embolism and may lead to on-the-spot death. DVT in air travellers was first described as Economy Class Syndromes (ECS) or Traveller s Thrombosis. It is difficult to know how many air travellers suffer from DVT, as the condition may be symptomless in the beginning and the embolism may occur several days after the travel. Watch for a swelling or pain. Several factors contribute to DVT - like cramped seating, prolonged immobility, position (bent knees that compress the deep vein behind the knee), low oxygen, dry air and low cabin pressure at high elevations that leads to dehydration. The risk increases if the traveller is obese, is a smoker, is pregnant or is on oral contraceptives. Excessive consumption of alcohol during flights is an added disadvantage. Easy ways to avoid DVT during travel 1) Wear comfortable clothes 2) Do not store luggage near your feet 3) Do feet exercise raise your heels keeping your toes on the floor and then bring heals down do it for several times and then repeat 4) Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol 5) Ask the airline staff if they provide compression stockings and if yes, consult the staff and use the stockings during long haul flights 6) Walk on the aisle a few times during the flight 7) If you are on a medication ask your doctor how to adjust the intake in different time zones 8) Let s be active and mobile to enjoy our flight by Medha Deshmukh Bhaskaran, The Author is a Microbiologist and was the Health Columnist for a leading newspaper in the Gulf. 33 GVK WORLD December 2014

36 QUIZ CONTEST Winners of Contest Mr Sunkara SN Murthy Gautami CCPP Suresh Kamle GVK EMRI, Chhattisgarh Mr Abhishek Purwar Shrinagar HEP Tajinder Singh Goindwal Sahib TPP Valentine Neela GVK CSIA, Mumbai Mr Adarsh Sukumaran GVK EMRI, Chhattisgarh ANV Karthik, Jegurupadu CCPP Mr Girish Kumar Sharma GVK EPC Mr Anil Gogia GVK Hydro K. Venkateswara Rao, Jegurupadu CCPP Maninder Singh Goindwal Sahib TPP A. Gopichand Jegurupadu CCPP Praveen Singh - GVK EMRI, UP PSA Kumar, Jegurupadu CCPP Mr Alston D Mello - GVK CSIA GVK Quiz-Winners - Jegurupadu CCPP From left: 1st - D. Krishna Priya, Engineer (Plant Performance) 2nd - KVRK Ramesh, Senior Engineer (ITCI), 3rd - L. S. Prasad, Secretary (Operations) 5th- Ch. Venkatesh, Secretary (Finance & Admn), 6th - J. D. Mallikarjuna Rao, Secretary (MMD) 7th - S. Kasi Visweswara Rao, Executive-IT GVK WORLD December

37 Leisure Page LEISURE TIME Solve the Sudoku such that each column, row and block contains numbers 1 to 9 and no two numbers in the same column, row or block are the same. How to Determine the Day of the Week for any Date. Identify the day for any of the dates in 2015! Months: January February March April May June July August September October November December Formula: Add the date to the designated number for the month. The result then needs to be seen as the multiple of 7 as there are 7 days in a week, if the result is completely divisible by 7, then it s a Sunday otherwise the remainder would determine the weekday. Based on the remainder on divisibility by 7, following numbers represent the weekdays. Sunday-0, Monday-1, Tuesday-2, Wednesday-3, Thursday-4, Friday-5, Saturday-6 Example: For instance, we need to identify the weekday for 30th June 2015, then 30(date) +0(month) =30/7 leaves a remainder 2, thus 30th June is a Tuesday. by Arun Arora, Corp. Comm. GVK WORD SCRAMBLE OERHPWSEUO RPRIATSI LOAC GHYAIWH NUOELG LICNICAL RIDDLES 1. I m tall when I m young and I m short when I m old. What am I? 2. A box without hinges, lock or key, yet golden treasure lies within. What is it? 3. What can you hear but not touch or see? 4. What has hands but cannot clap? 5. You have to travel far before you turn it over. What is it? 6. The more you have of it, the less you see. What is it? Answers For Leisure time: Word Scramble: Powerhouse, Airstrip, Coal, Highway, Lounge, Clinical Riddles: A candle - An egg - Your Voice - Clock - An odometer - Darkness 35 GVK WORLD December 2014

38 READER SPEAK READERS FEEDBACK GVK WORLD Mr. Sanjay Reddy - Vice chairman, GVK This edition really sets a new benchmark. It is fantastic. Keep up the good work. Kudos to the entire team. Mr. Subrahmanyam K - Corporate Office The layout of the magazine is excellent and the content looks appropriate and well-blended. It was interesting to learn about T2. We may also include stories about the challenges faced at our projects, how they are mitigated and the learning thereafter. Dr. Narendra Hosabettu - GVK CSIA The in-house magazine, GVK WORLD is classy and colorful. It is the hallmark of world-class publication. The presentation of articles, the narration of stories as well as the quality of pictures, all are simply superb. The pithy coverage on GVK project updates and accolades is truly inspirational! Particularly, the cover story on MIAL s T2 Raising global benchmarks in aviation, is magnificent. Kudos to the team! Mr. Krishna Mohan Dixit Bagodara-Vasad Project The overall look and feel of the magazine is excellent. I particularly enjoyed reading the article, A walk along Jaya He GVK Art Museum. I do share the magazine with my family as it helps them understand our various businesses and employee engagement activities. I feel we may also include brief stories about global business leaders. Mr. Murali Varadarajan - Corp. Office The look and feel of the magazine is impressive. My family enjoys reading what happens at work and I particularly enjoyed The walk along Jaya He. It would be great if we can cover the journey so far by some of our longstanding senior colleagues. Mr. Sunkara S. N. Murthy - Gautami CCPP The stories published in the magazine are nice and the overall look of the magazine is also good. I particularly enjoyed reading the article on fitness and success stories of employees children. My family also felt very happy on seeing the growth of our company across various sectors and the celebrations conducted on various occasions. Mr. Sanjay Bansal - GVK One Mall I appreciate the efforts made by Corporate Communications team for taking a comprehensive coverage of the entire GVK family. The magazine carries well-organized content with attractive design and presentation. We would like to have more coverage from GVK one showcasing various events and employees contributions. Mr. Vivek Jain - Bagodara-Vasad Project The magazine has come out really good. My family also likes it as they get an insight of the kind of businesses we cater to. We may also include interviews of vertical heads in the subsequent issues. Mr. Ramabalakrishnan V - EPC, Gurgaon The magazine looks impressive with detailed coverage of T2, GVK s iconic project. The stories covered are really informative and I loved the section that covers the achievement of staff s family members. For the next issue, the details about employees involved in a project can be covered. Also, contribution from employees and their families like poems and interesting stories etc. can be an interesting read. Mr. Rajesh Kumar - Deoli-Kota Project The magazine is a professional and creative approach to communicate our ideas, goals and create a happier work place by inducing a sense of belonging in the friendliest of fashion. It is a commendable display of updates and recognitions while executing challenging infrastructure projects and CSR initiatives. We may include innovations and inventions in the field of engineering, etc. to apprise GVKites of upcoming technologies and also showcase important events and fun activities held at the sites. Mr. R. Pradeep Kumar - Gautami CCPP Overall the magazine looks very good. With so many pictures, it is very colourful and makes for an interesting read. The photo contest was an interesting initiative that brought out the employees talent. Success stories of employees may also be incorporated in the subsequent issues. Mr. Gaurav Rastogi - GVK BIO The April issue of GVK World has come out very good. The T2 photos look majestic and larger than life. Congratulations for covering the CSIA story so well. The cover page has a rich and fabulous look. The presentation and content of the magazine is very professionally done. The magazine can be shared with customers, kept in lobbies of our offices, shared on social media etc. It is a great tool to keep abreast with the developments across all our businesses. We may include stories revolving around our growth as well as increased global reach. GVK WORLD December

39 READER SPEAK Mr. Sreedhar - Finance, Corporate Office I feel that the latest issue of GVK WORLD looks the best compared to all the previous ones. The quality of the magazine, colours and pictures used are excellent. I enjoyed reading about T2, interview with Mr. PVP Reddy, GVK Australia and Parents Pride. My father too loves to read the magazine and shares information about GVK with our friends and relatives. I feel that whatever be the vertical, covering new and interesting stuff about the entire GVK group will be useful. Ms. Dorothy Paul - GVK BIO The magazine looks excellent. I enjoyed reading about Terminal 2, Mumbai. I feel all group companies must be given a standard template to portray GVK as a family. Mr. Ram Mohan - HR, Corporate Office I enjoyed reading the magazine and my daughter also loves to see the pictures. It would be nice to see our Chairman addressing the employees through this magazine. We may also feature employees who have been associated with GVK for a long time now. I would like to see a separate section highlighting the company s business development activities, future plans etc. Mr. Raghunath - Corp. Office The overall look and feel of the magazine is excellent. The stories featured are informative and I feel knowledge and good thoughts should always be shared. The magazine is always kept on my desk and I share it with my visitors too. Since the magazine gets printed GVK QUIZ Mr. Shalabh Goyal - Goindwal Sahib TPP I really feel that the quiz is an effective way of understanding our Group and its activities. I would like to thank your team for conducting this quiz on a monthly basis and enhancing our knowledge about the Group. Mr. Ashutosh Ranjan - EPC The quiz is really a great way to recapitulate the events from across verticals. It enhances our knowledge about the company and thus helps us to imbibe a sense of togetherness. The new type of question on reasoning was really an interesting piece; look forward to more such questions in the future. Mr. N. Senthil Kumar - SEZ The quiz is very interesting for all of us at GVK. It helps us to know about our company s latest developments and achievements. I especially liked the puzzle as it was mind boggling. regularly, we may explore more economical print options. I share it with my family and they want me to be featured too. The magazine may include information on project development, our vision ahead and employee awareness etc. Mr. Debashis Ghosh - Ratle HEP The magazine is exceptionally good. I also share it with my family members and business associates and they respond positively by asking lot of questions about our projects. I really enjoyed reading about GVK CSIA T2. We may include interviews and stories about our colleagues who have been associated with GVK for a long time and their contribution towards the growth of the company. Mr. Dinesh Kumar Sharma - Shrinagar HEP I really liked the look and feel of the magazine. However, I feel that more space should be dedicated to a particular sector. We may have a section, Know our Sector as this will enhance our employees technical knowledge. Mr. Raghuram Varma - GVK EMRI The magazine looks excellent. My family loved reading Parents Pride and GVK Art Museum. Since 1990, I am in the marketing field; I ve worked abroad for 10 years and worked in major Indian cities like Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad for more than 12 years. During my tenure, most of my colleagues considered me as the best critic but this time I am struggling to advise something because this magazine has touched every corner. GVKONNECT Dr. D. R. Kaarthikeyan - Board Member I appreciate your monthly digest of GVK activities, which are well documented and presented. Mr. J. V. Reddy Nellore The e-magazine, GVKonnect is really fascinating and I look forward to receiving many such issues in future. Mr. Anil Gogia Hydro, Gurgaon News covered in the GVKonnect May 2014 issue is very informative and exciting for everyone. It marks how GVK as a group continues to cross significant milestones. Needless to mention that the presentation of the e-magazine is superb. It is the WORK and not WORD that speaks and the entire Corporate Communications team has proved this common saying by continuously bringing out blockbuster GVKonnect Issues. I heartily wish them success in future also. 37 GVK WORLD December 2014

40 Some business returns are just smiles. At GVK, a lot of emphasis is laid on social development and environmental sustainability. Various projects have been undertaken to raise the general standard of living of the deprived sections of the society. GVK carries out its social initiatives through GVK Foundation. It is actively involved in providing emergency response services, education, housing, health and hygiene, community-based programs, empowerment and entrepreneurship development, arts and music, sports and many other socio-economic initiatives. Our inspiration at GVK EMRI lies in our vision of saving lives by leading millions of people through the golden hour during emergencies. We endeavour to provide the ultimate emergency response services that bring together competent people, processes, technology and expertise through compassion, care and empathy.