Diwali Celebrations at the GVK Corporate Office

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Vol IV Issue XI November 2016

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A special Lakshmi Puja was performed at the GVK Corporate Office, Hyderabad to mark the Diwali celebrations. The office was beautifully lit and decorated with fresh flowers. Our Founder Chairman and MD Dr GVK Reddy led the traditional ceremony along with Vice Chairman Mr G V Sanjay Reddy. Other senior executives present on the occasion included Director & Chief Financial Officer Mr A Issac George, Director & CEO-Projects Mr P V Prasanna Reddy, Vice President - Materials Mr R Raghunath, Head-HR Operations Mr Divakar, Sr Vice President-HR Mr G Niranjan Reddy and Vice President-IT Mr Srinivas Sagi. All the employees participated in the puja ceremony and enjoyed the festivities.

Sustainability Report 2016 released at MIAL

‘Fun Fridays’ activity at GVK BIO

Chef Amjad featured in entertainment and life-style magazine

Diwali Celebrations at GVK

GVK in the Media

Dr GVK Reddy, Mr G V Sanjay Reddy alongwith other senior executives attending the Diwali celebrations at the GVK Corporate Office, Hyderabad

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In line with its commitment towards operational excellence and safety, BIAL has planned for the upgradation of its runway. Two Rapid Exit Taxiways will be added as a capacity enhancement measure. The upgradation work will be carried out in a phased manner in certain parts, involving closure of the runway, and in other parts, partial closure of facilities without any impact on the airport operations. The second runway will be ready for operations by September, 2019.

BIAL plans second runway upgradation

GVK CSIA becomes the only airport in India to handle four Code - F flights

On Diwali, Germany’s flagship carrier, Lufthansa operated the jumbo Boeing 747-800 double-deck aircraft on the Mumbai-Frankfurt route, making GVK CSIA the only airport in India to handle four Code–F flights, the largest civilian aircraft, in a single day. Currently, the airport handles three Airbus 380 aircraft operated by Etihad, Emirates and Singapore Airlines from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Singapore respectively.

The 3rd edition of the Sustainability Report - ‘The Sustainability Report 2016’ based on the theme ‘Imagination is Inspirational’ was released by CEO, MIAL, Mr Rajeev Jain. The report aims to provide its stakeholders a glimpse of the company’s various economic, environmental and social accomplishments.

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The travellers flying from T2 can now buy their favourite books, magazines, stationery, travel and mobile accessories, chocolates etc. from the newly opened store, BookScetra. The store is the latest addition to the existing choices at T2, for shopaholics.

BookScetra outlet opens at T2

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BookScetra outlet at T2

Lufthansa Airlines at T2

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Taj Banjara

Chef Amjad featured in entertainment and lifestyle

magazine

Celebrity Chef Mohammad Amjad from Taj Banjara was featured in the October edition of ‘You & I’, a popular lifestyle and entertainment magazine. The edition features his secret Bengali Beetroot chops recipe as a special Navaratri dish. Amjad is not

only a renowned Hyderabadi Cuisine chef but also masters other specialties. Kudos to Chef Amjad!

Career Counselling Session for underprivileged kids

Taj Banjara, in collaboration with ‘Youngistaan’, conducted a counselling session for the children from Gurubramha

Basti on career, general safety and awareness. Youngistaan is an NGO that works towards the empowerment of the

disadvantaged and the deprived.

Reliance Jio helpdesk for associatesReliance Jio set up a helpdesk for the associates at Taj Banjara in the hotel premises. Everyone availed their exciting introductory offers including a 4G connection with free browsing.

Movie ScreeningThe associates at Taj Banjara enjoyed the screening of the Bollywood blockbuster, Sultan. Everyone enjoyed the show along with their favourite munchies-pop corns and soft beverages.

Chef Amjad in ‘You and I’ magazine Children from Gurubramha Basti attending the counselling session

Associates attending the Reliance Jio helpdesk

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Taj Deccan

GVK HOSPITALITY

Associates participating in the fun games

Taj Club House

Joy at WorkAs part of the Joy at Work initiatives conducted on every Saturday evening, Taj Club House associates participated in a fun game activity to relive their childhood days.

GVK WORLD bags the Best Magazine Design Award

Fun games for employeesTaj Deccan associates participated in many interesting fun games like bucket-targeting, tambola and flip-a-glass to unwind. All these games were challenging and required the skill and intelligence to complete them. Activities like these really prove helpful towards improving efficiency and bonding among employees.

GVK Corporate Communications team bagged the Best Magazine Design Award for GVK WORLD at the 56th Association of Business Communicators of India (ABCI) awards held in Mumbai on 28 October, 2016. The annual ABCI Awards are considered as the ultimate recognition for professional excellence of corporate communicators across India, with over a hundred corporate entities participating every year, sending over 1500 entries in the various categories. It was indeed a proud moment for the GVK Corporate Communications team as we were amongst the esteemed winners list of industry stalwarts like the RBI, IOC, TATA, Reliance, State Bank of India, Citibank,Vedanta, Adani etc

to name a few. The team would like to thank all our Communication Champions, all our readers and contributors, without whose continuing support this Award would not have been possible.

Associates participating in the fun game activity

Team Corporate Communications (L-R) Gorgeous, Anshuman and Dinesh receiving the award

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GVK BIO

‘Fun Fridays’ activity at GVK BIOGVK BIO employees came together to enjoy ‘Fun Fridays’, a monthly get-together that encourages bonding among the cross functional teams. The highlight of the event was the ethnic fashion show, ‘Trendz’ held on the occasion of Diwali wherein the participants walked the ramp like professional models and were cheered by the audience.

Employees enjoying the ‘Fun Fridays”

Employees walking the ramp

New website launched GVK BIO launched its new website that would provide its users a delightful experience. With an intuitive design, the new website facilitates enhanced navigation and responsiveness.

WIN at ONE lucky winners rewarded

Children’s Day Flash Mob @ Excelra

GVK ONE’s signature event, WIN at ONE shopping festival held from 1 to 30 October, 2016 was the talk of the town, and witnessed an increase in the footfall and sales. The lucky winners of the shopping festival, declared through the raffle draw were duly rewarded with fabulous prizes like cars, bikes and holiday packages.

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EXCELRA

GVK ONE

Employees participating in the flash mob on Children’s Day

Mr Sanjay Bansal, Head - GVK ONE felicitating the winners of WIN at ONE

Employees attending the ISO training

An ISO training session was conducted at Excelra to form a team of internal auditors who will be responsible in representing their respective verticals during audits for certification of the organization. The training was facilitated by external trainers from BSI.

ISO training at Excelra

GVK EMRI

GVK EMRI-Uttar Pradesh launched a Mobile App

GVK EMRI-Tamil Nadu saw a spike in first-aid calls during Diwali

GVK EMRI-Uttar Pradesh gave its citizens another reason to smile when it started the 108 Mobile App service on 1 November, 2016. Launched by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of UP Shri Akhilesh Yadav, . The mobile app will speed up the process of calling in case of an emergency.

GVK EMRI-Tamil Nadu 104 call centre witnessed a spike in calls seeking instructions from doctors and paramedics about the first-aid measures in case of injuries during Diwali. Most of those injured had burns either on their faces or their hand.

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Children alongwith their parents attending the awareness session

Awareness session on sedentary lifestyleGVK ONE collaborated with the Meridian school and conducted an awareness session on the ill effects of sedentary lifestyle. The school children held placards with important messages and interacted with the visitors to spread awareness.

GVK EMRI-Chhattisgarh celebrates Children’s Day

GVK ONE

Children participating in the awareness session at GVK ONE

Shri Akhilesh Yadav launching the mobile app

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Diwali Celebrations at GVK

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Significant Days of the Month

World AIDS Day (1 December)

World AIDS Day is celebrated every year on 1 December to raise public awareness about AIDS (Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome). AIDS is a pandemic disease caused due to the infection of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The day is observed by the government organizations, NGOs, civil societies and other health bodies by organizing speeches or forums to spread awareness about AIDS. The international theme of World AIDS Day 2016 is “Hands Up for HIV Prevention.”

Indian Navy Day is celebrated on 4 December to commemorate the launch of Operation Trident against Pakistan during the Indo-Pak War of 1971. On this day, the Indian Navy carried out ‘Operation Trident’, which was a devastating attack on Pakistan Naval Headquarters of Karachi. The attack was successful as it sank a minesweeper, a destroyer and an ammunition supply ship.

Indian Navy Day (4 December)

Observed on 14 December globally, World Energy Conservation Day highlights the importance of energy consumption in our day-to-day life, its scarcity and its impact on sustainability of global eco systems.The day focuses on significant issues facing the future of mankind with respect to energy.

World Energy Conservation Day (14 December)

Celebrated on the 25th day of December, Christmas marks the birth of Lord Jesus. Christmas, which means the ‘Feast day of Christ’, is considered

as one of the most important and auspicious days for the Christians all over the world. The festivities involve special church services, music and carols, a special meal, colourful decorations of the Christmas trees, exchange of gifts

and of course, how can one forget Santa Claus!

Christmas (25 December)

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