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SPECIAL FEATURE
Foundation day:
Celebrating a Milestone Year
FIVE DECADES OF GLORIOUS
SERVICE TO THE NATION
Bharat Petroleum
Corporation Limited (BPCL) is
celebrating its golden jubilee
this year. The Foundation Day
celebrations were graced
by many of its star athletes,
reaffirming the organization’s
dedication and commitment
to its unique sports-first
philosophy
The year 2025 marks a
historic milestone for BPCL
as it enters its Golden
Jubilee year, celebrating five
decades of transformation,
national service, and a
steadfast commitment to
excellence.
The journey into this landmark year
began on an inspiring note with a
grand celebration on January 24,
2025, at the Jio World Convention
Centre in Mumbai. The occasion—the
49th Foundation Day—served not only
to honour the company’s legacy but
also to unveil its vision for the future.
The event brought together a
distinguished gathering of leaders,
employees, partners, and special
guests—including some of India’s
most admired athletes—all of whom
have played a role in shaping the BPCL
narrative. It was a convergence of
industrial progress, human spirit, and
the collective pride of an organization
that has always stood for more than
just business.
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Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas with Shri Pankaj
Jain Petroleum Secretary, Shri Joby Mathew, word para arm wrestling champion,
Shri. G. Krishnakumar C&MD, Shri. Raj Kumar Dubey, Director (HR)
Among the evening’s most nurtures, and celebrates talent with
memorable moments was the integrity and long-term support.
powerful acknowledgment of
BPCL’s integral role in supporting “BPCL’s sporting culture is a model
Indian sports. In his address, Shri for corporate India. It empowers
Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon’ble Minister athletes to thrive, compete and
of Petroleum and Natural Gas, bring pride to the nation — not
just as sportspersons, but as
highlighted not just BPCL’s operational
professionals as well,” he remarked.
and technological accomplishments
but also its legacy as a champion of
athletic excellence. Also present were Shri G.
Krishnakumar, Chairman and
In his inspiring address, he reaffirmed
Managing Director of BPCL; Shri
the government’s faith in BPCL as a
Pankaj Jain, Secretary, MoP&NG;
national leader in energy transition
Dr. Anil Jain, Chairman, PNGRB; and
and green innovation, stating: “I am
sporting legend Rahul Dravid, brand
confident that BPCL will continue to
ambassador of MAK Lubricants and
lead the energy sector and play a
Pure for Sure, who added a touch
leading role in India’s quest towards
of warmth and relatability to the
energy security and green energy
evening’s proceedings.
transition, while driving growth,
innovation, and excellence for Adding to the emotional weight of
decades to come.” the evening was the presence of
thirteen of BPCL’s finest athletes, who
He spoke of the company’s efforts to
were recognized for their excellence,
create one of the most inclusive and
dedication, and service to Indian
sustained sporting ecosystems in
sport.
corporate India—one that identifies,