Ex-PM Had Planted Banyan Tree, Unveiled Commemorative Stamp at Historic Centenary Event
Key Points:
- Prime Minister planted banyan tree sapling, dedicates it to Jamshedpur citizens
- Muthuraman highlighted Tata Steel’s role in nation-building at centenary event
- Singh unveiled special postal stamp marking company’s 100-year milestone
JAMSHEDPUR – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh visited the Steel City to commemorate Tata Steel’s centenary celebrations on April 22, 2008.
B Muthuraman, Managing Director, welcomed the distinguished guest. He emphasized the company’s unique corporate philosophy.
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Prime Minister’s Tribute
Dr Singh praised Jamsetji Tata’s vision. He called Tata Steel a “temple of modern India.”
Meanwhile, the company pledged to maintain its leadership in steelmaking. The PM expressed confidence in its future growth.
Special Commemorations
The event featured symbolic gestures. A banyan sapling plantation marked the occasion.
Moreover, the government issued a special postal stamp. The Ministry of Communication designed this commemorative item.
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