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March 2013

Vol. 01 Iss. 002

BEYOND BUSINESSDr. APJ Abdul Kalam joins GVK EMRI Board

Interview withMr. V. RAMA RAO

Director-Technical

Project Updates:GOINDWAL

SAHIB

Showcase:QUEENSLAND

PREMIER’S VISIT

DR. GVK REDDY honored with ‘Powerbrands Hall of Fame Award’

Dr. GVK Reddy has been recognized as ‘PowerBrands Hall of Fame Corporate Luminary of the Year’ for his exemplary contribution to the industry and society.

PowerBrands Hall of Fame Awards are a salute to icons and leaders who have carved a niche for themselves with their remarkable strategies and vision. These awards felicitate the chosen few who have treaded the path of success and have achieved a revolutionary breakthrough in their respective fi elds.

Dr. GVK Reddy has been applauded for his enthusiasm, outstanding brilliance and priceless contribution to the fi eld of entrepreneurship as well as social uplist ment.

Other prominent recipients of the PowerBrands Hall of Fame Awards include stalwarts from leading Indian companies like Mr. Y.C. Deveshwar - ITC, Mr. M.B. Parekh - Pidilite,Mr. Amit Burman - Dabur, Mr. C.S. Verma - SAIL and Mr. Pawan Munjal - Hero Motocorp.

GVK featured among India’s 100 most powerful brands

GVK received the honour of being featured amongst India’s 100 Most Powerful Brands - ‘Power 100’, establishing itself as a brand fuelling the nation’s growth along its corporate journey. GVK features among some of the elite brands across industry verticals like Hero MotoCorp, Maruti Suzuki, Apple, Colgate, Coca-Cola, Cadbury, CNN-IBN, Facebook, Airtel, The Times Of India, BlackBerry, HDFC Bank, HP, Infosys, Raymond, SAIL, Indigo Airlines and Taj Hotels.

The PowerBrands is a salutation to the brands that mesmerize the consumers with their brilliant strategies. The ‘Power100’ exemplifi es the 100 most successful brands of the nation. PowerBrands India has been launched by Planman Media in association with the Indian Council for Market Research (ICMR).

ICMR conducted a research on the brands based on their consumption patterns across various stages to arrive at the list of top 100 Brands.

ANOTHER MOMENTOF PRIDEFOR GVK!!!

The assessment process comprised three stages - A survey was conducted through a list of 20,000 Brands across various categories. From this, a list of 10,000 Brands was fi ltered based on their reach, availability, demand and growth. The stage two short listed top 1000 brands based on parameters like Brand Recall and Brand Perception. During the third and fi nal stage, a pan-India consumer survey was conducted based on broad parameters like Brand Recall, Legacy or Goodwill of the Brand and Brand Impact to arrive at the 100 most powerful brands.

Editor SpeakNew resolutions to be fulfi lled, new milestones to be crossed, new challenges await and a new issue of GVK WORLD!!

We are delighted with the overwhelming response that the fi rst issue of GVK WORLD received from across locations. Getting constructive feedback from our associates was quite pleasant indeed! We would like to acknowledge our communication champions for sending us huge inputs that have enabled us to share the progress of various projects with our readers.

2012 was a fulfi lling year and we hope all the hard-work will fructify this year with the commissioning of the integrated terminal T2 at CSIA, Mumbai, expansion of the existing terminal at BIA, Bangalore, the launch of Goindwal Sahib Thermal Power Project, Punjab and Shrinagar Hydro Electric Project, Uttarakhand.

Highlight of this issue is the appointment of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam as Chairman - Emeritus on the Board of GVK EMRI along with a sneak preview of how GVK goes “Beyond Business” with its various CSR initiatives. We also have a nostalgic interview with our Director Technical, Mr. V Rama Rao on his 20 years with GVK and over 60 years in the profession.

With a lot of updates inside and wishing much more success ahead, I wish you and your families a momentous 2013!!

Look forward to your constant support in form of feedback and inputs, to help us improve further.

Happy reading.

Arun AroraCorporate Communications

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Shubhagani PrakashGVK Transportation Pvt Ltd. P: 09823211788E: [email protected]

Nitesh HirwaniGVK OneP: 08897084449E: [email protected]

Sanjeev ChauhanGVK Ratle Hydro Electric ProjectP: 09858515570E: [email protected]

Helen StehbensAustralia Coal Mines and Infrastructure, AustraliaP: 0061 418873570E: [email protected]

Maninder SinghGoindwal Sahib Thermal Power Plant P: 08968231111E: [email protected]

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Interview

Special Focus: Australia

Project Updates

Showcase

Work.Fun.Family.

Beyond Business

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BEYOND BUSINESS

Bharat Ratna Hon’ble Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former

President of India has recently joined the Governing

Board of GVK EMRI as Chairman - Emeritus. This is a

signifi cant development that would further enhance

GVK EMRI’s credibility as an unparalleled social services

provider across the country.

Dr. Abdul Kalam has made a signifi cant contribution

towards the development of the country through his

social and economic initiatives. He has led ISRO’s launch

vehicle programme and was responsible for development

and operationalization of AGNI and PRITHVI missiles.

He has given thrust to self- reliance in defence systems

by leading mission projects like Light Combat Aircrast

amongst many others.

During the last decade, Dr. Kalam has addressed over

fi ve million youth below the age of 17 and inspired them

to become active participants of India Vision 2020.

Dr. Kalam is passionate about bringing rural prosperity

through PURA (Providing Urban Amenities to Rural Areas),

in which science and technology play a key role. He has

authored many books like ‘Wings of Fire’, ‘India 2020 -

A Vision for the New Millennium’ etc. He has also been

propagating the concept of World Knowledge Platform

through which the core competencies of organizations

and nations can be synergized to innovate and create

solutions and products to face the challenges of the 21st

century.

Dr. Kalam’s visionary guidance and

support will further strengthen the

organization’s capability to address

various emergencies across diff erent

territories, thereby aligning with his

VISION 2020 for the country’s overall

social development.

GVK EMRI WELCOMES DR. APJ ABDUL KALAM AS ITS CHAIRMAN - EMERITUS


12 States 2Union Territories

COVERS

5000 Ambulances

RUNS

5.6 LakhLives Saved

TOTAL

Hon’ble Chief Minister of TN, Ms. J Jayalalitha formally launches170 new GVK EMRI ambulances in the state

Hon’ble Chief Minister of AP, Mr. Kiran Kumar Reddy fl ags off 108 Ambulances loaded with state-of-the-art features in the presence

of Dr. GVK Reddy, Chairman - GVK EMRI.

Hon’ble Chief Minister of UP, Mr. Akhilesh Yadav launches108 Emergency Services in the state

BEYOND BUSINESS

Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Mr. Narendra Modi launches ‘Khilkhilat’- Drop Back service for ‘mother and new born’ from hospital to home

GVK EMRI 108 Ambulances at the Kumbh Mela in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh

The GVK EMRI (Emergency Management and Research Institute) is a non-profi t organization based on Public Private Partnership model

and operates as the largest emergency response service provider in the world. It attends to every emergency - be it a medical crisis,

law and order situation, or a fi re disaster. With 25,000 employees, it is expanding its reach across the country; catering to over 600

million people and saving lakhs of lives. It provides services at par with global standards and follows modern principles of management

and leadership to serve the nation.


GVK takes immense pride in the fact that the organization promotes and encourages young talent like the recently signed tennis sensation

Yadlapalli Pranjala. GVK has been a regular sponsor of GVK AITA Veterans Tennis Championships since 1999.

BEYOND BUSINESS

GVK Foundation annually sponsors the distribution of tricycles to thephysically handicapped under Rajiv Gandhi Foundation Scheme.

Rahul Gandhi, Member of Parliament honouring GVK for its eff orts in promoting the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation Scheme. Mr. P B Capoor, VP - Corporate Aff airs

receiving a memento on behalf of GVK Foundation.

GVK reaches out to the masses through GVK Foundation. This

is the social activity wing of GVK and runs many development

programmes on a national level like providing emergency

response services, education and housing for under-privileged

people, promoting health and hygiene, organizing community-

based programmes, empowering entrepreneurial development,

encouraging art, music, sports, and a number of other socio-

economic initiatives.

Housing: Provided housing facilities to underprivileged people

in Kothur village of Nellore in the state of Andhra Pradesh and

Manikhera Village, Punjab.

National Family Benefi t Scheme: GVK Foundation has sponsored

fi nancial assistance to eligible benefi ciaries under the scheme at

Indukurupet village of Andhra Pradesh.

Education: GVK Foundation manages a degree college at

Indukurupet village in Nellore District of Andhra Pradesh and

also provides scholarships to students across disciplines.

Sports: GVK has instituted a Tennis Academy to promote future tennis champions and has come forward to sponsor Yadlapalli Pranjala,

a young and highly talented girl from Hyderabad who is currently reining the junior circuit


CSR at GVK BIA embodies the following values:

• Be Long Term • Be Self-Sustaining • Be Measurable and Evaluated

GVK CSIA supports education by distributing stationery,and awarding scholarships to meritorious students

BIA concluded a 100% switch to eco bags involving 15 retail and 20 F&B outlets that will ensure reduction of 5 lakh plastic bags annually

Joy of Giving Week organised for the under-privileged

GVK CSIA engages with communities around the airport to

positively contribute to their well-being:

• Women empowerment: The all-women taxi operator

services cater to women and children and have been allotted

separate counters along with free parking slots.

• Community Development:

- Medical camps are organized for residents of neighbouring

communities.

- Several football tournaments, cricket tournaments and

cultural activities are organized.

Landscape tours for schools and colleges

BEYOND BUSINESS


• Jegurupadu Combined Cycle Power Plant has been rated as

‘Eco Star Gold’ by TERI.

• Over one-lakh trees have been planted around Gautami

Power Plant to minimize ecological impact.

• Both CSIA, Mumbai and BIA, Bangalore have been awarded

Airport Carbon Accreditation by Airport Council International

(ACI) - the only Indian airports to get this honour.

• Bengaluru International Airport is one of the fi rst Indian

airports which plan to migrate operation of its ground

vehicles to Biofuel (supplied by KSBDB) with a view to

enhance energy effi ciency and reduce carbon footprint.

• CSIA, Mumbai is also the fi rst airport in India to voluntarily

initiate its carbon footprint mapping process.

• Various GVK Projects are eligible for carbon credits under

Clean Development Mechanism.

World Environment Day

Mr. Issac George, CEO of Transportation along with his Deoli-Kota Expressway Project team celebrated World Environment Day at the project site to raise awareness about sustainability. The event included tree planting around the toll plaza area in an attempt to off set carbon emissions.

BEYOND BUSINESS

Team TAJGVK visited MNJ Cancer Hospital on rose dayand provided them with drawing books and refreshments

TAJGVK collaborates with NGOs for sale of handmade productsby physically challenged individuals

Deoli-Kota Expressway

Sustainability Initiatives

TAJGVK considers the society’s overall development as one of its prime priorities. It associates with various NGOs and social entities to aid the underprivileged and ensure sustainable development. Following are a few of the many CSR initiatives undertaken by Team TAJGVK.


INTERVIEW

With 62 luminous years dedicated to power industry, Mr. V Rama Rao has held coveted positions during his professional career attributed to his technical prowess and leadership skills. Presently, he is a full-time Director with GVK Industries Limited and Director - Technical for Alaknanda Hydro Power Co. Ltd.

He has been conferred with ‘Bharat Ratna Shri Mokshagundam Vishveshwaraya’ Award from The Institution of Engineers (India), AP State Centre in the year 2003. The Institution of Engineers (India), New Delhi conferred on him the ‘Best Electrical Engineer of the Year’ Award in 2005. He has also been honoured with a ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ by Atluri Venkateshwara Rao Trust and Institution of Engineers (India), AP State Centre in the year 2008.

We now bring to you a tête-à-tête with one of our most senior employees.

You have devoted over 62 years towards

your profession and you hold the record

for the highest number of hydel projects

commissioned. Please elaborate on your

professional journey.

Ast er securing my Bachelor’s degree in

Engineering (Hons.) - Electrical from

Andhra University in 1950, I began my

career as a Junior Engineer in Madras

State Electricity Board (Composite

State). In 1956, with the formation

of Andhra State, I was transferred to

Andhra Pradesh State Electricity Board

and I have been with APSEB ever since. I

had been to Hitachi Works, Japan in 1960

for one year and had undergone special

training in Design and Implementation

of Hydel Projects. I also obtained Post

Graduate Diploma in Advanced Technical

Training by Asia Bonka Kaikan, Japan

(Overseas Advanced Training Center).

Yes, it is true that I have been associated

with designing and construction of

almost all the power projects deployed

in the AP State during my tenure with

the electricity board. These include the

110 MW Machkund HEP which was

inaugurated by India’s fi rst President

- Dr. Rajendra Prasad as well as the

implementation of various hydel sub

stations, Srisailam and Nagarjuna

Sagar. I have led the implementation of

the Vijayawada Thermal Power Project,

Kothagudem and Ramagundam Thermal

Projects as well. Altogether, I have

implemented and worked on about 30

Hydro Projects and 2 Thermal Power

Plants during my tenure with APSEB.

I joined GVK in 1992 as a Technical

Advisor and started implementing

Jegurupadu CCPP in 1994, and

commissioned the country’s fi rst

Independent Power Plant (IPP) in 1996.

Ast er a successful implementation

of Jegurupadu plant, our Chairman

envisioned foraying into Hydro power

plants, which enabled us to take up

the Alaknanda HEP in Uttarakhand at

this juncture of my career. I am glad

that the project will get commissioned

this year.

60 years and still going rock strong;

please share with us what inspires you.

Designing and implementation of power

plants has been my passion and as

destiny would have it, I never thought

of any other career. I love to be on the

fi eld, which keeps me hands-on and

active all the time. I am a committed

person who believes in deadlines and

achieving them as per a well-charted

plan. I believe in delegating the right job

to the right person and overseeing them

to completion. All the projects that I have

led so far are clear testimonials of my

achievements in the past.

Your works are directly reaching out

towards the development of the society.

Please share your views on this.

Power projects enhance the development

of a nation and so its citizens. The addition

of huge hydel generating capacity

at Srisailam and Nagarjunasagar

contributes to about 5000 million units

of cheap hydel energy and 2000 million

units of gas power respectively every

year, making it possible to meet the

power requirements of industrial and

agricultural sectors. This in turn, adds

to the national wealth and welfare of

society.

The design and erection of the First IPP

in the country serves as a model for other

similar power projects likely to come up

in future.

Committed. Knowledgeable. Humble. A seasoned leader who inspires and motivates.

Mr. V Rama RaoDirector - Technical


Please share some of the most

memorable experiences from your

professional journey...

When you achieve your goal, all moments

associated towards accomplishing

it become memorable. In the case

of power projects, I feel blessed to

collaborate on certain projects

like Vijayawada, Rayalaseema,

Srisailam, Nagarjuna Sagar,

and Pochampadu Power

Plants, which are considered

as landmarks in nation

building. My association with

these projects began right

from the investigation stage

to designing, construction

and operation of stations. I

remember the setting up of

‘Spill-Way Gates’ at Srisailam

project dam in a record time of

5 months. The Jegurupadu 228

MW extension gas-based CCPP

was also completed under my

supervision. At GVK, we built

the First IPP in Andhra Pradesh

in a record time of 18 months.

Such accomplishments make

me feel proud and give me the courage

to take more projects head-on.

How has your association been with the

Chairman and the Group?

I consider myself very fortunate for

being associated with Dr. GVK Reddy

for so many years now. The support that

I have received from him has given me

a lot of strength to continue even ast er

my retirement from public service. He

has always motivated good talent and

encouraged his associates to take up

additional responsibilities and prosper.

In spite of making it so large in the

industry, he is very humble and down to

earth. He views life from a common man’s

perspective and has created employment

opportunities and developmental

programmes for them. This is one of the

reasons why people look up to him and

have been around with him for decades

now. Even today, he takes advice from

his people to move ahead with the

projects. He believes in basic principles

of honesty and integrity and has built

the conglomerate through his sheer

dedication and hard work.

Which are the projects you’re presently

associated with?

I am presently involved

in the execution of two

Hydro Projects - one in

Mapang and the other

in Bogudiyar Sarkari,

in Uttaranchal. The

preparation of DPR

and site investigation

work is under progress.

What message would

you like to give to the

current generation?

I feel that one should

set defi nite goals

for oneself and

passionately strive to

achieve them. I would

urge people to dedicate

themselves profusely

to whatever they choose; as this would

automatically deliver the desired results

and help them realize their goals. Though

I would expect people to experiment in

the initial days of their career to ensure

quick learning, I would rather insist them

to stick around and be committed to the

organization that they are associated with.

INTERVIEW

“I consider myself very fortunate for

being associated with Dr. GVK Reddy for so

many years now”

“Designing and implementation of power plants has been my passion and as

destiny would have it, I never thought of any other career”


GVK Coal Australia has signed a contract with

Samsung C and T of Korea and Smithbridge

of Australia for the construction of 80 mtpa

T3 Port in North Queensland, Australia, taking

a step closer to its target of bringing out the

fi rst coal in 2015-16.

The contract signing took place at a Business

Forum addressed by Hon’ble Julia Gillard MP,

Prime Minister of Australia in the presence

of Mr. Anand Sharma, Hon’ble Minister of

Commerce and Industry amidst leading

industrialists, in New Delhi.

SPECIAL FOCUS: AUSTRALIA

Dr. GVK Reddy - Founder Chairman and Managing Director, GVK along with Australian Prime Minister, Hon’ble Julia Gillardand Mr. Anand Sharma, Minister of Commerce and Industry and Textiles, GOI during the signing ceremony

Abbot Point Port on the Queensland Coastline

GVK signs contract for constructionof port In Australia


GVK hostsQueensland Premier

GVK hosted Hon’ble Campbell Newman MP, Premier of

Queensland and the august trade and investment delegation of

Australia. This visit was part of the ongoing Oz Fest (Australian

Fest) being held to promote Australian culture, tourism, trade and

investment in India. Being a signifi cant player with its ambitious

investment plans in Australia, GVK took this as an opportunity

to showcase its prestigious projects like the Chhatrapati Shivaji

International Airport’s upcoming integrated terminal - T2 and

its social venture GVK EMRI in Hyderabad. Dr. GVK Reddy

and the top management of GVK met the Premier and other

members of his delegation briefed them on GVK’s diversifi ed

business portfolio, sustainability and social initiatives. The visit

culminated with Dr. GVK Reddy hosting an exquisite dinner for

the entire delegation at his residence. The delegation was truly

impressed with the kind of projects that GVK has taken up, and

appreciated the warm hospitality.

SHOW CASE

Dr. GVK Reddy hosted the Trade and Investment delegation led by Hon’ble Premier of Queensland Campbell Newman, in Hyderabad

The Queensland delegation on a site tour of T2 Terminal at GVK CSIA, Mumbai

Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, MD - MIAL explains the featuresof the upcoming T2 Terminal


L-R: Yogita Limaye (BBC), Sam Pitroda, G V Sanjay Reddy, Vineet Nayar and Kiran Mazumdar Shaw

Asian Financial Cooperation Conference: Mumbai

GVK was a part of the Asian Financial Cooperation Conference

- AFCC held in Mumbai. This conference was organized by the

Chinese industrial body BOAO Forum for Asia (BFA), China in

association with FICCI.

This is a premier forum for Govt. offi cials, business leaders and

academicians in Asia to share their vision on most pressing issues of

the region. It is aimed at providing a platform to discuss specifi c

issues engulfi ng Asia and further enhance cooperation and

promote exchange amongst the Asian countries. The key theme

devised for this conference was ‘OPEN ASIA. OPEN FINANCE’.

Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, our Vice Chairman was a panelist for one of

the sessions titled ‘Financing Infrastructure in Asia: The Role of

Capital Markets’. He highlighted the need to unleash the massive

hidden investment potential to build regional infrastructure.

The other panelists who participated in this forum were -

Mr. Sameer Bhatia - President, CRISIL Infrastructure Advisory,

Mr. Stephen Groff - Vice President, ADB, Mr. Thomas Piquemal -

Chief Financial Offi cer of EDF Group, Mr. Atsushi Saito - President,

Tokyo Stock Exchange, Mr. Tong Jisheng - Vice President, SCG,

Mr. Nikhil Treebhoohun - CEO, Global Finance Mauritius.

The forum was a huge success in terms of trade and economic

exchanges and was a great platform for networking.

As a true representative of the infrastructure industry,

Mr. G V Sanjay Reddy, our Vice Chairman, recently contributed to

a BBC panel discussion titled “Is This a Turning Point for India?”,

which was televised as part of a special edition of India Business

Report. Other speakers included some eminent business leaders

of the country like Vineet Nayar of HCL, Kiran Mazumdar Shaw

of Biocon and Sam Pitroda, Advisor to PM on Public Information

Infrastructure and Innovations. They discussed India’s economic

slowdown, its implications for business and society, and whether

the host of big bang reforms that have been recently announced

will be able to deliver a push in the right direction to help India

realize its economic potential.

BBC Panel Discussion

SHOWCASE


TAJGVK Wins Today’s Traveller Award

Mrs. G Indira K Reddy, Managing Director of TAJGVK

Hotels and Resorts Limited has been featured among

India’s leading corporate luminaries in the prestigious

Today’s Traveller Star Power Coff ee Table Book for making an

indelible mark in Indian hospitality domain.

The Today’s Traveller Coff ee Table Book is about the celebrities,

leaders and entrepreneurs who have touched our lives in many

ways - by opening up a whole new world of business opportunities

and development. It brings together a story of vision, drive and

determination in their quest for excellence.

Mrs. Indira Reddy has been featured among eminent personalities

like Mr. Ratan Tata - TATA Group, Mr. Y C Deveshwar - ITC,

Mr. Mukesh Ambani - RIL, Mr. Pawan Munjal - Hero MotoCorp,

Dr. Amartya Sen - fi rst Asian winner of Nobel Prize for Economics

and Mr. Deepak Parekh - HDFC among others.

Indira Reddy radiates the classic Indian hospitality with her

elegance and in her persona. Coupled with this, her sharp business

sense and strong leadership skills have led TAJGVK properties to

stand among the best in the world. Her modus operandi of getting

to the grassroot and understanding the values of the company

before charting out a plan of action has paid rich dividends. She

has played a pivotal role in establishing TAJGVK properties as a

premium benchmark for the industry.

TAJGVK Hotels and Resorts Limited, under Indira Reddy’s

leadership, has won the prestigious Today’s Traveller Award for

Creating Quality Facilities in the Hospitality Sector.

TAJ KRISHNA, HyderabadMr. Sarabjeet Singh, Director - Operations, TAJ GVK Hotels and Resorts Ltd. receiving the award from Mr. Subodh Kant Sahai - Hon’ble Tourism Minister

Mrs. G Indira K Reddy, MD, TAJGVK Hotels and Resorts Ltd.

RECOGNITIONS

Mrs. G Indira K Reddy featured amongcorporate luminaries

Lobby at TAJ KRISHNA, Hyderabad


GVK Wins EPC World Award 2012

GVK was honoured with the EPC World Award for ‘Outstanding

Contribution in Power Generation - Infrastructure Category’

at the Third EPC World Awards held in New Delhi. Mr. Krishna

Ram Bhupal, MD - GVK Power (Goindwal Sahib) Ltd. and

GVK Jaipur Expressway Pvt. Ltd. received the award in the

presence of eminent stalwarts of the Construction and Power

Industry. The prestigious EPC World Awards annually recognize

excellence and innovation in the infrastructure, construction and

projects sectors, and applaud the industry partisans in every

edition of the EPC World magazine. The top 10 companies in

each category were chosen through a stringent assessment

process and evaluation based on various qualitative and

quantitative parameters sourced from direct and indirect

industry sources, overseen by Ernst and Young.

Mr. Krishna Bhupal is conferred with“Fellow of the School”

Mr. Krishna Ram Bhupal, Director - GVKPIL was conferred with

the prestigious Fellowship by GITAM School of International

Business, GITAM University, Vizag. The School conferred on

him the “Fellow of the School” in recognition of his incisive

leadership and new-age dynamism that represents the young

and vibrant India, at its glittering third graduation ceremony.

In his citation, he was described as the next-generation

business icon for his ardent zeal and successful implementation

of various projects at GVK. Having imbibed virtues of keen

observation and love for challenges in his genes, he is an

ardent seeker of knowledge and strongly believes that

“Life is all about how much you learn.”

RECOGNITIONS

Mr. Krishna Ram Bhupal, MD – GVK Power (Goindwal Sahib) Ltd. receiving the EPC World Award fromMr. Harish Rawat (Lest ), Hon’ble Union minister for Water Resources, in presence of Mr. Balbir Punj (Centre), Hon’ble Member of Parliament


Dr. Narendra H. Hosabettu - Sr. Vice President (Corporate Environment), GVK

CSIA has been elected as the Chairman of the ACI Asia- Pacifi c Regional

Environmental Committee.

The other members of the Committee include representatives from DIAL, Macau,

Incheon, Dubai, Thailand, Korea, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Christchurch, Adelaide

and Changi airports.

The Committee’s mandate includes identifi cation and promotion of best practices

on airport environmental issues, representation of airport members in APAC in

successfully liaising with the ACI World Environment Standing Committee and

regular communication with the general APAC membership and other regional

organizations on environmental issues. Additionally, it will also co-ordinate,

plan and address the regional environmental issues such as Aircrast Noise,

Green House Gases Emission and Sustainability by raising these with relevant

authorities such as ICAO.

Green ChampionsDr. Narendra Hosabettu elected as Asia- Pacifi c Environmental Committee Chairman

First Sustainability Report for CSIA, MUMBAIGVK CSIA released its fi rst GRI based sustainability report.

GRI is an international organization based out of Amsterdam,

the Netherlands, which frames internationally accepted

guidelines for reporting on economic, environmental and

social performance. The report follows G3.1 Guidelines

making it the fi rst of its kind in the aviation sector in India,

and the third in Asia.

The report contains detailed disclosure aimed at providing

stakeholders with relevant information on the company’s

performance. The comprehensive report was awarded ‘Level A’

by GRI for its completeness, transparency and stakeholder

inclusiveness. This report will enable GVK CSIA to understand

material issues and stakeholder concerns and to better

address such issues and concerns in an effi cient manner.

The next step for the GVK CSIA is to prepare a roadmap for

addressing the key concerns identifi ed in the report. CSIA will

continue to publish this report biannually.

RECOGNITIONS

In its endeavor to preserve and spread greenery in Mumbai,

the horticulture team of CSIA recently participated in the 18th

Flower Show and Competition organized by the Municipal

Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) and the Tree Authority.

Team CSIA won the First Prize in the category of maximum

number of trees planted and preserved for promotion of

Greenery in Mumbai amongst worthy competitors like Godrej,

TATA, CEAT, HPCL, Railways, Hiranandani, Raheja etc.

The prize was conferred to CSIA by Mr. Aseem Gupta - IAS,

Additional Municipal Commissioner, in the presence of MCGM

and Tree Authority members.

Team GVK CSIA bags ‘Greenery Award’

Mr. Aseem Gupta, Additional Municipal Commissioner - Mumbai presentingthe Greenery Award to Mr. Hanumant Raje, Head-Horticulture, MIAL.


Mr. Shriram Salunkhe, AVP - Landscaping, BIA, Bangalore has been awarded the ‘Best

Horticulturist of the Country’ by The Indian Nurserymen Association. He was also

recognized by the Mysore Horticultural Society for transforming BIA into the ‘Best

Ornamental Garden’ and ‘Big Garden’. These awards testify his signifi cant contribution

to the Indian Landscaping Industry over the past 20 years, as he continues to make his

eff orts in making BIA synonymous with exotic fl ora and green art.

Let us hear from Mr. Salunkhe on what actually has gone into achieving this award.

Shriram Salunkhe, Best Horticulturist

RECOGNITIONS

BIA, Bangalore welcomes 50 millionth passengerWithin a short period of commencing its operations, GVK Bengaluru International Airport, Bangalore, greeted its ‘50 millionth passenger’ since the airport has been operational (May 2008). On December 19’ 2012 at 1745 hrs., the airport’s management greeted the 50 millionth passenger, Mr. Jagadish Punna who was fl ying AI-518 from Goa, with a surprise hamper

- an entire year’s free usage of the airport’s F&B off erings. The employees of the airport also gathered for a historical photo session forming the words 50 million. This signifi cant milestone is a testimony to GVK BIA’s service standards within just few years of commencing operations.

BIA, Bangalore wins green awards• BIA, Bangalore was honoured with the ‘Golden Peacock Environment Management Award’, making it the only airport to have

done so in India, for its commitment towards maintaining ecological balance and minimizing adverse impact on the environment.

• BIA was awarded the ‘Excellent Energy Effi cient Unit Award’ in the CII National Energy Awards event. BIA was selected from among the top 26 Companies in India vying for this award.

How did you develop this passion for landscaping?Every project feels like the fi rst project and getting appreciated for my work gives me a new high. The admiration by respective corporates has always motivated me to work harder and perhaps I developed a strong passion for what I am doing now. As they say, it’s hard to beat a person who never gives up and I never did! I have worked with joy.

Who inspired you to take this profession? Like others, initially it was just a job for me, to look ast er my family. As I progressed, the love for beautiful green art and motivation to keep moving ahead kept inspiring me.

What was the overall theme that you have adapted in creating the landscaping at BIA?The landscape at the Bengaluru International Airport is hugely infl uenced by Karnataka’s rich cultural heritage. Bangalore is

known as the ‘Garden City’, which is refl ected in BIA’s landscape and in its fl ora.

How pivotal were your teams and internal resources at BIA to that end?Helen Keller said, ‘Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much’ and I believe in that adage. For me it’s not an individual contribution, it’s also the team around me, motivation from my reporting heads, and most importantly the management’s belief and confi dence in me that inspires me to work so hard. The support by BIA and MIA’s management has been a huge infl uence and contributing factor.

Your message to fellow colleagues?If you learn how to enjoy your work and be passionate just about anything you do, it will refl ect in your work. “Love what you do”, that’s the mantra to deliver the best!


Goindwal Sahib is a small village on the

banks of River Beas and is a holy place for

Sikhs. With hundreds of pilgrims visiting

the famous Gurudwara, the village wakes

up with the chanting of hymns from the

Guru Granth Sahib.

The Goindwal Sahib power project is a

2 x 270 MW Coal based thermal power

plant in the revenue villages of Hansawala,

Pindian, Hotian, Alampur and Verowal

near Goindwal Sahib, Khadur Sahib

Tahsil, Tarn Taran District, Punjab. The

site is 40 km from the city of Amritsar,

60 km from the Amritsar Airport and 1

km from Goindwal Sahib Village. The site

possesses great accessibility since the

state highway of Tarn Taran - Kapurthala

touches its southern boundary and the

Beas River lies 900 m from the eastern

boundary wall of the site.

BTG (Boiler Turbine Generator) package

and BOP (Balance Of Plant) package

were awarded to BHEL and Punj Lloyd

respectively.

Initially, the project faced many

diffi culties as the soil was not favourable

for construction because of high ground

water-table with uniform fi ne-grained

soil, which leads to liquefaction during

earthquakes. The soil was then stabilized

through vibro-compaction technique ast er

which the piling process began.

The construction of 270 m tall RCC

chimney with 2 fl ues is a real challenge

in these soils. The construction of the

chimney shell and one of the fl ues is now

fi nished. The Goindwal Project is gearing-

up for its 1st and 2nd Unit Commission

in this year. Coal will be sourced from the

Tokisud captive coalmine in Jharkhand,

which is at a distance of 1600 km from

the project site.

Adhering to excellent standards of

sustainability, a green belt is being

developed on-site in 160 acres of land

with about 1,00,000 saplings that include

fruit bearing trees like mango, litchi,

guava etc. and other forest trees as well.

A residential colony with 163 units is being

developed for the project staff . A fi eld

hostel with 24 rooms has already been

commissioned. Also, under construction is

a recreation club, hospital, and a nursery

school with a large two-acre play area.

GVK has constructed about 100 houses

around the project site for the benefi t of

economically backward natives under a

CSR initiative and many more are in the

pipeline. This has greatly contributed to

the economic development of the area.

A 2 x 660 MW project with supercritical

technology is being planned for

construction within the same premises. A

public hearing held recently regarding the

same was also completed very peacefully.

The progress at the Goindwal project

looks very optimistic and we sincerely

wish that this project will bring more

accolades to GVK and would become one

of the biggest power plants in Punjab.

On the go: Goindwal Sahib

PROJECT UPDATES

A major milestone was crossed with the successful

Boiler Light up of Unit No. 1 at the 2 x 270

MW Goindwal Sahib Power Project. This is a

commendable achievement as it was accomplished

in just 32 months, right on schedule. Consequently,

the plant also looks all set for commissioning by

this year. GVK has been developing this project at

Goindwal Sahib Village in Tarn Taran district, Punjab

on BOO basis. 23rd January, 2013, Hindustan Times (Punjab)


GVK Ratle Hydro Electric Project Pvt. Ltd has obtained the Environment clearance from Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF),

and the Techno Economic Clearance (TEC) from CEA, Government of India to develop the 850 MW Ratle Hydro Electric Project along

the River Chenab near village Drabshalla in district Kishtwar of Jammu and Kashmir. This is a major step forward to begin the execution

of this mega power project in the state of J&K. The Govt. of J&K has already accorded the Forest Clearance to Ratle HEP.

It is the fi rst Hydro Electric project in India to be awarded on tariff based International Competitive Bidding to GVK in May 2010. The

project envisages construction of a 194.8 m long and 133 m high concrete gravity dam with a 168 m long, 24.5 m wide and 49 m high

underground power house cavern. This cavern will accommodate 4 generating units of 205 MW each and an additional unit of 30 MW

for utilizing the environmental releases. The water will be released back to the river through 4 underground Tail Race Tunnels. The

project would generate around 3226.56 million units of energy in a 90% dependable year.

PROJECT UPDATES

Shrinagar Hydro Electric Project, Uttarakhand - The Upstream lateral view showing Pier and Top of Dam Elevation at 611 meters.The construction work of this run-of-the-river project on river Alankanda is in advanced stages and the plant is expected to be commissioned this year

Ratle Hydro Electric Project, J&K achieves crucial environmental clearances

Shrinagar Hydro Electric Project, Uttarakhand

Ratle Hydro Electric Project , J&K


Tokisud R&R Initiative

CSIA, Mumbai

Construction of R&R colony at the Tokisud site A school building under construction

PROJECT UPDATES

Multi-level car parking under construction

Airside pavement works in progress Façade works of ATC Tower nearing completion


Inspection at Kota by-pass

Tunnel construction under progress

Road paving in progress

Bagodara-Vasad Expressway Project

A trial patch being laid

Road laying in progress

Deoli-Kota Expressway Project

Chairman’s arrival at base camp

Chairman inspects construction of fl yover

PROJECT UPDATES

Chairman’s Visit to Deoli Kota Expressway project site

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Hyderabad

WORK. FUN. FAMILY.

In line with the passion of the group for the development of sports in the

country, GVK sponsored the National Women’s Hockey Championship (U-20)

that was held from the 10th to the 16th of January in the GMC Balayogi

Sports Complex at Hyderabad. The grand opening ceremony was presided

over by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of AP; Mr. Kiran Kumar Reddy and was

followed by a week of thrilling hockey matches. The National event attracted

heavy media exposure, and the semifi nals and the fi nals were telecast live

on Doordarshan.

The splendid closing ceremony was presided over by the

Hon’ble Governor of AP, Mr. E S L Narasimhan, and it

featured a host of colorful performances in the presence of

Senior Bureaucrats and a whopping crowd of 15,000 sports

enthusiasts from across the country. Team Haryana emerged

as the winners of the coveted GVK Cup. GVK is proud to

associate itself with such events that highlight it as a caring

and watchful conglomerate, which encourages and promotes

sports at a budding level.

GVK promotes National Women’s Hockey Championship

Goindwal Sahib TPPChild ProdigyK Shreya, daughter of Mr. K V R K Vijay working at GVK Goindwal Sahib project, has outshined

in tennis. Studying in class V at Visakhapatnam, Shreya is as good in her academics and has

a keen interest in playing keyboards, drawing and painting. She has won the CMR grand

tournament held by AISTA (All India Senior Tennis Association) for the under-10 age group,

is a semi-fi nalist in Ramesh Memorial Tournament, and a runner up in the GVK Academy

Tournament.

Mr. Rakesh Khali delivering his presentation at the ITA World Tunnel Congress

Ratle Hydro Electric ProjectMr. Rakesh Kumar Khali, AVP-Hydro and Site Head of 850 MW Ratle HEP, J&K has shared

a presentation of his technical paper ‘Significance of Shotcreting and Grouting in

underground works of Hydro Projects in the Himalayas, India’ in Bangkok at ITA World

Tunnel Congress amidst international delegates from 70 countries. This paper was

authored jointly by Mr. Rakesh Khali and Mr. Naveen Bahuguna of GVKPTSL and GVKTCSL,

respectively.


Alpha Coal, Australia

Alpha and Jericho prize winners

Christmas lights exhibits on display

GVK in partnership with Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd sponsored the Alpha/Jericho Christmas Lights competition. The Chairman of

Hancock Prospecting, Mrs Gina Rinehart viewed the exhibits and was thrilled with the quality of all the displays. She was delighted to

see the Alpha and Jericho communities getting into the Christmas spirit.

Alpha/Jericho Christmas Lights competition

WORK. FUN. FAMILY.

Issue of Employment ID cardsto natives employees at the Tokisud site

Tokisud North Sub Block

Children being distributed Football and Cricket Kits during a Sports Promotion Drive at Tokisud North Sub Block


TAJGVK

WORK. FUN. FAMILY.

Mrs. Shalini Bhupal addressing the gathering Mrs. Pinky Reddy at the Annual Day event

Association of employees putting up a show on the MAD eve

To commemorate team spirit, solidarity and harmony, MAD was inaugurated

with lighting of the lamp by Dr. GVK Reddy - Chairman, TAJGVK Hotels and

Resorts Ltd., Mrs. Indira Reddy - Managing Director, TAJGVK Hotels and Resorts Ltd.,

Mrs. Shalini Bhupal - Executive Director, TAJGVK Hotels and Resorts Ltd. and

Mr. Sarabjeet Singh - Director Operations, TAJGVK Hotels and Resorts and General

Manager Taj Krishna. A short introductory video about the making of Vivanta by

Taj, Begumpet brightened the eyes of every associate and guest, and the stage

was all set for a bouquet of performances to follow in the evening.

The event opened with a stunning performance by Open Swirl, the in-house

Rock band. In addition there were solo songs, dances, skits, comedy shows and

an exclusive fashion parade (Reverse Polarity). From the fl amboyant entry of the

GM on a bike to all the HODs shaking a leg on a peppy Bollywood number, the

performances got everyone screaming ‘encore’.

Another highlight was the felicitation of the winners for ‘Associate of the year’,

‘Inspiration of the Year’, and ‘Learn at Taj’. ‘Learn at Taj is an initiative’ that

provides scholarship to the child of any associate with highest percentile marks.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Shroff , GM - Vivanta by Taj. Every

department of the hotel, from the GM to the HODs to the associates put in their

best eff orts and participated, in making MAD a huge success.

Vivanta By Taj - The Maiden Annual Day - ‘MAD’ Celebrations

Dr. GVK Reddy and Mrs. G Indira K Reddy lighting the lamp

Master Soumya Ranjan Samanth being felicitated with a scholarship by Mr. Jaikant Shroff for scoring highest percentile marks

Fashion Show in progress


WORK. FUN. FAMILY.

GVK BIO

KIDZROK @ GVK BIODesigned as a platform for identifying talent in kids of GVK BIO employees, Kidzrok was organized in GVK BIO’s Nacharam

campus. Many kids participated enthusiastically across hierarchies, Business Units and locations. The evening culminated with

the Chief Guest, CEO of GVK BIO, Mr. Manni Kantipudi, CEO, GVK BIO’s address and his inspiring call to GVK BIOites to strive for

higher levels of achievement.

ASEAN students visit GVK BIO as part of the India student exchange programme

New year celebrations at GVK BIO


Birthday Celebrations

GVK CSIA, Mumbai runs for a cause

WORK. FUN. FAMILY.

Team GVK CSIA participated in the Mumbai Marathon 2013

Bagodara-Vasad Offi ce

Deoli-Kota Offi ce


WORK. FUN. FAMILY.

Festivities at GVK oneGVK one

Children pose with Santa and his Elves

Festivities on Christmas Eve at GVK one

Christmas decorations in the mall

Lucky winner of a Toyota Etios being handed over the prize keyby N Parthasaradhy, GM - GVK one at the ‘Win at one’ prize

distribution ceremony

This festive season, GVK one mall was primped up to celebrate the

Christmas spirit with attractive props like Santa House, Giant Christmas

Tree, Icicles, Bells, etc., and Christmas jingles were played throughout the

season. Shoppers also rushed in to participate in the ‘Win at one’ grand

raffl e, and soaked in the festive spirit of the season.

My son Mr. Akshat Rao, works for GVKPIL at the Corporate Offi ce in Hyderabad and through him, we happened to read a copy of "GVK WORLD". Kindly acknowledge our heartiest congratulations on the inaugural issue. It gives an excellent dose on the growth of GVK Industries and stories on various in-house events making it a pleasurable read.

We wish you good luck for future issues as well. We would like to congratulate your team of editors and writers for their sheer hard work, perseverance and determination to bring out the inaugural Issue.

Amar Rao, Hyderabad

Feedback from ReadersIt’s a great initiative. It will bring together employees from across various locations and develop a sense of belonging to the larger GVK Family. It’s also a great medium to get updated about the latest happenings at the corporate level and in the group companies.

The quality of the magazine is excellent and its content is insightful and interesting. Congrats to the team behind GVK WORLD.

Hari Marar,President - Airport Operations, BIAL

Kudos to the Corporate Communications team for bringing out such a colourful fi rst issue of “GVK WORLD”. The design is really beautiful and the content covers all spheres of GVK. We hope that the quality of the publication shall be maintained in future.

‘Keep it up’

M M Madan,Director - Hydro, GVKPIL


LEARNING SESSIONS

Corporate Offi ce, Hyderabad

Presentation by the Partners of ‘Economic Laws Practice’ at the Corporate Offi ce, Hyderabad

A leading Advocate and Solicitor’s fi rm, Economic Laws Practice,

conducted a session at the Hyderabad Corporate Offi ce featuring

presentations on diverse topics such as ‘Integrated Project

Delivery’, ‘Eff ect of Service Tax on Contract Drast ing’, and ‘Impact of

regulations on enforceability of Joint Ventures’. Mr. Komal Seshgiri

(EVP-Legal) coordinated this session, and employees from the

Legal, and Finance and Accounting departments attended the

insightful presentations.

Jegurupadu CCPP

Gautami CCPP

Dr. BV Pattabhi Ram, Trainer and Counselor addressing Jegurupadu Power Plant Employees on Stress Management and 7 Ds of Work Culture

Time Management Training at Gautami CCPP offi ce


We human beings are gregarious. Our life dwells on our interaction

with people around us. Our immediate environment in which we

co-exist is greatly impacted by our communication because that

is how we reach out to others to express ourselves.

Though ‘what we say’ plays a signifi cant role in how we express

ourselves, a much bigger aspect of getting our message across

also lies in what we convey through our physical mannerisms,

eye contact, posture, gestures, facial expressions etc. These are

one’s personal means of making his or her message clear to

others. These elements of communication constitute ‘non-verbal

communication’ or ‘body language’.

The famous song by Ronan Keating, “You say it best when you

say nothing at all............” is one of my all-time favourites. When I

was young, I loved listening to this song because of its intriguing

lyrics. And today, I understand the whole new dimension that this

song adds to the beauty of expressing one’s feelings (without

words).

Body language is an extension of our state of mind. It comprises

involuntary gestures that usually accompany an individual’s

speech and together they give message to the other person that

may be variously interpreted. Therefore, it becomes important to

know and work on our own body language.

While speaking to a group of people, one of the most basic

gestures is to maintain eye-contact. This helps connect better

with the audience. While making no eye-contact conveys

insecurity, over-doing it may cause discomfort and seem impolite.

As an audience, nodding head every once in a while not only

conveys that we are listening attentively but also encourages the

speaker.

Sitting with arms or legs crossed during a conversation makes

one seem defensive or guarded. Shaking legs while sitting

or tapping fi ngers against the table are signs of nervousness,

anxiety and impatience. One must keep limbs relaxed and natural

to convey confi dence and friendliness.

Touching the face too ost en shows doubt or inability to answer a

question and can distract people in discussion.

Walking with head straight up and eyes towards the horizon

conveys self-confi dence.

To show interest, one may lean towards the person talking. To

portray self-confi dence and a relaxed state of mind, one may

lean back a bit. There should be a proper balance as leaning in

too much may mean being needy, sycophant or desperate and

leaning back too much makes one seem arrogant and distant.

Standing with hands in pockets in situations which demand some

action and enthusiasm conveys an individual’s lack of interest.

One needs to slow down sometimes, for example, walking slower

not only makes us seem more calm and confi dent but it also

makes us feel less stressed. When someone calls us from behind,

we may turn around a bit slowly instead of a jerky movement.

Finally, we should always keep a positive and an open attitude

and a relaxed demeanour. What we feel from within refl ects

through our body language and can make a major diff erence to

how eff ectively we communicate.

We can improve our body language but it requires persistent

eff orts from our side. Let’s use these bits and work on them

gradually so that they enhance our personality to make us feel

more confi dent about ourselves and be better communicators.

Contributed byGorgeous, Corporate Communications

YOU SAY IT BEST WHEN YOU SAYNOTHING AT ALL…

Body language is an extension of our

state of mind. It comprises involuntary

gestures that usually accompany an

individual’s speech and together they

give message to the other person that

may be variously interpreted.

KNOWLEDGE


Brain TeasersCan you place six X’s on a Tic Tac Toe board

without making three-in-a-row in any direction?

Answers:

4

9

2

3

5

7

8

1

6

Arrange the numbers 1 through 9 on a tic tac

toe board such that the numbers in each row,

column, and diagonal add up to 15

DO YOU KNOW?• The largest hydropower project in the world is the Three

Gorges Dam built on the Yangtze River in China. It is

expected to produce 22.5 gigawatts of power once it is

fully operational this year.

• The Taichang Power Plant in Taiwan is the largest

thermal power project in the world. Besides having an

installed capacity of 5,780 MW, it is the largest emitter

of carbon dioxide in the world.

• The longest highway in the world is the Highway 1

in Australia stretching to 24,000 km over the entire

Australian coastline. You can start anywhere on the

highway and end up back where you started ast er

traversing the complete length of the highway.

• The Le Dune, Forte Village Resort located on the

Mediterranean island of Sardinia is the most expensive

hotel in the world, with an average room charge of

Rs. 1,40,000 per night.

• The world’s most expensive pharmaceutical drug is

Alexion Pharmaceutical’s Soliris. It treats a rare blood

disorder and costs Rs. 22 crores a year for the average

patient who takes it.

LEISURE TIME

COMMITTEDTO BUILD A BETTER WORLD.GVK is committed to providing an enriching quality of life by ensuring a holistic development of the community in the geographical spread that it operates in and beyond. Coupled with its various CSR initiatives, GVK endeavours to propel the society on its growth path.

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