Tata Steel is taking its commitment to gender diversity to the next level. On Wednesday, the steel major announced that it will deploy female employees across all three shifts at its Jamshedpur plant. As part of its initiative, ‘Udaan: Wings of Change’, the company aims to have approximately 543 women from 21 departments working across the three shifts by February 1 next year, according to a PTI report.
The move underscores Tata Steel’s dedication to fostering gender diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout its workforce, aligning with the company’s broader organizational goals, the statement added. This announcement comes in the wake of recent regulatory approvals from the government, paving the way for a more inclusive workplace policy.
Atrayee Sanyal, Chief People Officer of Tata Steel, said: “By enabling female employees to participate in three-shift operations, we are not only expanding opportunities but also strengthening our organisational fabric through diverse perspectives and capabilities. We have meticulously planned a comprehensive support system to ensure their safety, security, well-being and professional growth.”
The company stated that its support system will encompass infrastructure, transportation, health, and security measures to ensure the safety of women employees across all shifts. The phased deployment is set to be completed by early 2026, positioning Tata Steel as one of the country’s leading manufacturers to integrate women into continuous, round-the-clock industrial operations.
