Power with Purpose Digest: March 2024
As February turned into March, a call to ‘Inspire Inclusion’ resounded across the globe. At Cummins India, International Women’s Day (IWD) turned into a month-long celebration of diversity, resilience, and determination. Along with IWD, March saw a myriad reasons for us to cheer at Cummins India. Unfolding all this and more for you in this latest Power with Purpose Digest edition!?
On March 8, emphasizing that ‘women are the veritable engines of progress,’ shaping our businesses and society, our Managing Director, Ashwath Ram recounted how women have influenced his career and life journey at and beyond Cummins.
First TCPL Green Energy Solutions Private Limited facility inaugurated
In a monumental accomplishment, we inaugurated the first TCPL Green Energy Solutions Private Limited facility - a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Cummins Private Limited (TCPL), a 50:50 joint venture of Tata Motors Limited and Cummins Inc.
As we set new standards in manufacturing technologically advanced low-to-zero emission solutions in line with our Destination Zero strategy, we are thankful to our strategic partners Tata Motors for their valuable collaboration over the years.
A high-octane event: The All India Aftermarket Conference (AIAC) 2024
The power-packed All India Aftermarket Conference (AIAC) 2024 was a three-day mega event where our leaders, sales teams, customers and partners joined forces to celebrate excellence and strategize for the year ahead.?
Teamwork powers a production milestone of 20 Lakh engines
Tata Cummins Private Limited (TCPL) Jamshedpur Plant celebrated the production milestone of 20 Lakh engines, a fitting tribute to our teams' relentless dedication, hard work, and innovation.?
Powering Change through Purpose Driven Conversations: Championing women’s inclusion for sustainable social progress
On International Women’s Day, we hosted a panel discussion on ‘Building Inclusivity for a Prosperous and Equitable World’. For the session, visionary women leaders from the industry came together to share their journeys of resilience and triumph.?
Of course, Cummins is a great place to work for women!
Our progressive and inclusive culture and policies received a nod of appreciation from our remarkable women employees who power our success and the men who stand by them as allies.
Inclusion in Action: A webinar on empowering the vulnerable
Cummins India, in association with Tapasya - a civic and social organization, held an impactful webinar this International Women’s Day. Kick-started by Shveta Arya , our Business Head - Power Systems, the session centered on empowering vulnerable families by enhancing access to government schemes. It saw a massive turnout of 1000+ attendees who connected deeply with the noble mission.
Combating air pollution through scalable solutions
The second Bi-Annual Meeting of the India CEO Forum for Clean Air brought together industry leaders and visionaries to power progress on cleaner air for all in Pune. Ashwath Ram, our Managing Director, who is also the Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Cleaner Air - Better Life initiative, signed a MoU with Shri vijay khorate , Additional Commissioner, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), aimed at working with the city government to enhance PCMC’s sustainability measures.
Showcasing our newest CPCB IV+ compliant generators in a partner-organized roadshow
Cummins CPCB IV+ compliant gensets are designed for dependable power. Our GOEM Partner, Sudhir Power , organized a nationwide roadshow where we proudly demonstrated our near-silent and robust units that significantly reduce emissions - a leap in sustainable innovation.
Powering data centers in an interconnected World that’s Always On!
Cummins India has always recognized the vital role of data centers in keeping critical infrastructure powered and supporting digital innovation in the nation.?
We stirred conversation, on and around this International Data Center Day, to highlight the importance of next-generation power solutions in ensuring contemporary power demands are met with uninterrupted power.
Anjali Pandey talks about breaking barriers and more at ‘Future is She - Season 3’
During 'STEM the Gap' panel discussion at 'The Future is SHE - Season 3' by The Times Of India , Anjali Pandey , our Chief Operating Officer, shared her personal experiences and discussed Cummins India’s goals to increase female workforce participation. She also emphasized the company’s efforts to support women in STEM fields. Watch the engaging discussion below:?
Shifting gender representation in the logistics sector: How far have we come?
“Today, we are seeing a notable increase in the number of women participating [in conferences or forums], signaling a shift in mindset within the industry,” says Jane Nazareth Basu , Sourcing Director - Corporate Indirect Purchasing (India and APAC), Cummins India. The article, featuring Jane, notes that while there has been a significant and welcome inclusion of women in decision-making roles within logistics, much remains to be achieved.
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Celebrating ‘super women’ in supply chain
Honoring ‘Super Women in Supply Chain’, CARGOCONNECT featured Ruchika Sharma , our General Manager - Manufacturing, Functional Excellence, on its cover page. A truly extraordinary leader, Ruchika inspires others with her enthusiasm and resilience!
Equipping students with skills that enhance employability
Subramanian Chidambaran, our Chief Strategy Officer, attended the valedictory function of the employability program at MKSSS Cummins College of Engineering for Women - commending its commitment to equip students with additional skills that make them employable.
Empowering India's Sustainable Future through advanced technology
In her latest article published in Outlook Planet, Shveta Arya , our Business Head - Power Systems, explores power generation in conjunction with its environmental impact. She also spotlights the way CPCB IV+ compliant gensets are lowering emissions and increasing efficiency hile India powers toward becoming a major economic player.
Navigating biases and finding inspiration
In a candid chat with ETLegalWorld , Sanjit Kaur Batra , our Group Vice President, Legal and Secretarial, opens up about her professional journey of overcoming labels and stereotypes, shares insights on Cummins India's drive for equal gender representation with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as a core company value.?
Driving Climate Finance: Ajay Patil Explores Innovative Funding Models
In his insightful article for?The Energy Consortium - IIT Madras?,?Ajay Patil, our Chief Financial Officer, highlights the urgent need for climate action, focusing on innovative funding models vital for boosting climate finance.?
Unleashing the power of Innovation and Creativity: Abhilasha Shukla's Journey in Brand Storytelling and Shattering Stereotypes
In an interview with Women Who Win , Abhilasha Shukla (She/Her/Hers) , our Communications Leader, shares her passion for storytelling, reflects on her career journey, and notes the roles of AI and inclusivity in crafting your brand’s story.?
Driving Sustainability: Exploring the Role of Electronic Control Units in India's Mobility Sector
Venkatesan Thalavai, our?Business Head of Cummins Software and Electronics, Components?Business, explores the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) - a key component for effectively managing advanced engine systems.?
Exploring the nation’s green goals for a global competitive advantage
As organizations and consumers become increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, the need for responsible manufacturing practices takes center stage. In conversation with Smart Manufacturing & Enterprises , Shubhankar Chatterji , our Chief Supply Chain Officer, delves into why green manufacturing is important for India and how Cummins India is leveraging sustainable innovation for a greener supply chain.?
A Day in the life of Leenata Apte: Dedicated to Excellence and Empowerment
Meet Leenata Apte , our Order to Cash Leader - Supply Chain. This true-blue Punekar manages home and leads a high-performing team, effortlessly - a testament to Cummins’ belief in the concept of a work-life balance.
Cummins India MD Breaks Down Decarbonization Strategies on CNBC-TV18 Climate Clock Podcast
In an engaging conversation on CNBC-TV18 Climate Clock podcast, Ashwath Ram, our Managing Director, explained the role of emission norms like CPCBIV+ and BSVI on the journey to decarbonization.?
He also spoke about the role of robust policies, collective efforts of industry and government and alternative fuels like Hydrogen to improve air quality.?
Neha Mishra’s remarkable journey of confidence and perseverance
Neha Mishra , our Technical Director - Corporate Shared Services and DBU - NRP Engineering, shares her inspiring journey that led her from fulfilling years at ISRO to a remarkable career at Cummins India.
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Watch out for us at the 2024 We Local Bengaluru - a platform for networking, professional development and inspiration - organized by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). We are excited to meet talented and ambitious young individuals who aim to pursue a career in technology.
There is a lot in store! So, stay tuned as we roll out another exciting month at Cummins India!