A Thorough Summer Program for Jamshedpur and Beyond

Tata Steel is set to host its annual Summer Camp from May 9th to May 30th,2025,at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur. This year’s edition promises a diverse range of activities and learning opportunities for children of various age groups. Registration, which commenced today, will remain open until May 15th.

Expanding its reach, Tata Steel is also organizing similar summer camps at its Kalinganagar, Meramandali, Raw material Locations, Growth Shop, and gamharia facilities. These camps will feature popular sports such as cricket, football, badminton, table tennis, volleyball, and athletics, ensuring that children across different locations have access to quality sports training.

Early Childhood Engagement: Introducing New Activities for younger Children

Recognizing the importance of early childhood growth, Tata Steel has introduced a new category specifically designed for children aged 4-6 years. This program includes engaging activities like roller skating, athletics, kids’ Zumba, and introductory football sessions, fostering a love for physical activity from a young age.

Beyond Sports: Emphasizing Teamwork, Discipline, and Social Skills

Chanakya Chaudhary, Vice President of Tata steel Corporate Services, emphasized the broader objectives of the summer camp during the registration launch press conference. He urged participants to fully embrace this unique opportunity, highlighting that the camp extends beyond sports and practice. It aims to instill values such as teamwork,discipline,and the importance of building new friendships.

The Summer Camp is not only limited to sports and practice to children, understanding the importance of teamwork, discipline and creating new friends.
Chanakya Chaudhary, Vice President of Tata Steel corporate Services

Inclusivity and Social Duty: Supporting Underprivileged Children

Demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility, Tata Steel’s Summer Camp sponsors approximately 100 children associated with the “Masti Ki Pathshala” program and 40 children from the Scheduled Castes (SC) and scheduled Tribes (ST) communities.This initiative ensures that underprivileged children have equal access to quality sports training and recreational activities.

This commitment aligns with broader efforts to promote inclusivity in sports. For example,organizations like the Special Olympics have been instrumental in providing opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate in sports,fostering a sense of belonging and achievement.

Comprehensive Training and Awareness Programs

Along with sports training, the summer camp will provide children with valuable knowlege and awareness through dedicated sessions. These sessions will cover vital topics such as swimming, archery, horse riding, volleyball, hockey, and roller skating. Moreover, awareness sessions on ‘good touch and bad touch’, menstrual hygiene, and the importance of nutrition and hydration in sports will be conducted, ensuring the holistic development of the participants.

Ensuring Safety and Comfort: Hydration and Weather Considerations

With the summer heat in mind, Tata Steel has implemented measures to ensure the safety and comfort of the participants. Hydration arrangements and water marshals have been deployed throughout the camp to prevent dehydration and heatstroke. These precautions are crucial, especially considering the rising global temperatures due to climate change, which can significantly impact outdoor activities.

Exclusive Offers: Discounts at Zoological Parks and Nikko Jubilee Park

As an added bonus, special discount packages are being offered to children and their families at Zoological Parks and Nikko Jubilee Park. This initiative encourages families to spend quality time together and explore the natural and recreational attractions in the region.