OMC organises cervical cancer vaccination drive; celebrates women in mining

New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: Odisha Mining Corporation Limited (OMC) organised a two-day cervical cancer vaccination drive for its women employees across its head office and mining regions on March 6–7 as part of its welfare initiatives ahead of International Women’s Day.

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The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme was conducted to promote preventive healthcare and raise awareness about women’s health among employees.

The drive was inaugurated by Director (HR) Alok Kumar Pal at the head office dispensary in Bhubaneswar. Women employees posted at the head office and Khondalite units received the HPV vaccine as part of the initiative.

To ensure wider coverage, the vaccination programme was also conducted through OMC’s medical facilities across its mining regions, including Barbil, Gandhamardan, Daitari, JK Road, Rayagada and Koira.

OMC’s medical teams and health workers administered the vaccines while also conducting awareness sessions on cervical cancer prevention, the importance of early screening and regular health check-ups.

The initiative forms part of the company’s broader focus on employee welfare and preventive healthcare across its operational areas.

In the run-up to International Women’s Day, OMC also organised multiple awareness sessions on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) across its regions during January and February, aimed at reinforcing a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace.

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Aligned with the United Nations theme for International Women’s Day this year — “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” — the corporation also hosted a cultural programme at its head office celebrating the contributions of women in the mining sector.

The event brought together employees in a celebration recognising the achievements and dedication of women professionals within the organisation.

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