World Environment Day, celebrated worldwide on June 5th, was also observed at Sui Southern Gas Company. SSGC’s Learning and Development Centre (LDC) Hyderabad wing, in collaboration with HSE&QA, Admin Services, and Corporate Communication Department (CCD), organised a multi-dimensional event to mark this international day, held on the premises of LDC, Hyderabad. The diverse event comprised a symposium punctuated by presentations and speeches from subject experts and departmental heads, followed by tree plantings and a ceremonial walk to commemorate World Environment Day. The seminar was jointly conducted by two Emcees, Ms. Nida and Mr. Feroz, who exhibited professional conduct while compeering the proceedings in a light and jovial manner.
The day began with registration and the distribution of welcome kits among the delegates, which contained a specially designed T-shirt and P-cap for the event. After the recitation of the Holy Quran and National Anthem, the Regional Head of Hyderabad, Mr Akram Qureshi, presented the welcome address. He extended a warm welcome to all the delegates, especially those who had travelled from Karachi, Nawabshah, Hala, Badin, Thatta, Mirpurkhas, Tando Allahyar, Dadu, and Kotri to attend this event.
Soon after his speech, a pre-recorded video message from SSGC’s Acting Managing Director, Mr Amin Rajput, was displayed on the screen, in which he congratulated LDC-HYD for taking this initiative and emphasised the importance of environmental protection. A video highlighting past events, jointly organised by LDC and CCD, was also screened, showcasing the synergy and efforts of both these departments.
Several subject experts and departmental heads made their presentations to the audience, including Mr Sikandar Ali Patoli (DCE HSEQA), Mr Shahbaz Aziz Memon (SE GM&CF), Ms Nida Bhurgri (AE Services), Mr Saleh Rind (DCE-HQ-3 Transmission), Mr Nek Muhammad Shaikh (A/DGM SBU) and Mr Aijaz Ahmed (ADGM IR-HR). Mr Salman Siddiqui (DGM CCD and SSGC’s Spokesman) recapped the role played by the Corporate Communication Department over the decades in contributing positively towards the betterment of the environment under its CSR head. He also recited his poems, both in English and Urdu, based on an honest confession to Mother Earth for damaging its beauty.
Mr. Shahbaz Islam (Group General Manager HSEQA – GM&CF) made a very comprehensive, informative and interactive presentation that constantly engaged the audience throughout its duration. The keynote address was delivered by Mr Madni Siddiqui, Senior General Manager (SBU-US&B), in which he highlighted the mistakes people make every day without realising that their actions are damaging the environment. He also mentioned SSGC’s number of initiatives taken in the past to preserve the environment and stressed the need to think outside of the box for taking more such initiatives. Mr Madni also appreciated the role of all departments that joined hands in organising this successful event and, in particular, applauded the contribution of the In-charge LDC Hyderabad, Mr Danish Malik, and his agile team, who left no stone unturned in ensuring the event’s success.
Specially designed, unique, handmade mementoes and certificates signed by AM were later distributed among the speakers, other executives, and employees. During various phases of the symposium, as a token of respect, the traditional gift of Ajrak was also presented to all distinguished speakers and guests, including CBA’s General Secretary. The symposium concluded with a vote of thanks given by Mr. Manzoor Memon, Regional Head of Mirpurkhas, acknowledging the role of all those who contributed to the successful organisation of this event.
In the second phase of the event, a tree plantation ceremony was organised in which saplings were planted by Mr Madni Siddiqui, Mr Shahbaz Islam, Mr Salman Siddiqui, and Mr Arshad Qazi. The audience also visited the specially developed nursery for the event near LDC’s welding yard. The World Environment Day activities concluded with a ceremonial walk by all attendees, which began at LDC’s office and proceeded to the main building of Hyderabad’s Regional Office, symbolising a collective commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Overall, this event can be described as an exemplary effort, a testament to SSGC’s ongoing commitment to employee engagement, environmental awareness, and organisational excellence. The delegates expressed their appreciation for the thoughtful planning and impactful execution of each segment. They highly lauded the collaborative efforts of LDC, HSE&QA, Admin Services and CCD, along with all other supporting departments, in making this an event to remember for a long time.
