13 August : Shri Murli Deora, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas, flagged off a motorbike expedition to Marsimik La via Leh from IndianOil’s company owned company operated service station here today. Sponsored by IndianOil, the expedition has been organised by the Bikers for Integration & Conservation of Environment(BICE). Shri Deora also released the expedition commemorator in the presence of Shri V.C. Agrawal, Director(HR), IndianOil, and other top officials of IndianOil.
On the occasion, Shri Deora said, “This voyage has the inherent theme of forging friendships while overcoming challenges. It is my wish and hope that this expedition will forge a closer bond with the people of the Himalayas, promoting national integrity and spreading the message of peace all the way.”
Speaking on the occasion, Shri V.C. Agrawal, Director(HR), said, “IndianOil has a corporate policy for promoting Sports and Games. Besides pursuing a policy of providing employment to national and international sportspersons, IndianOil has launched a Sports Scholarship scheme that aims to nurture budding sports talent.”
The Bikers for Integration and Conservation of Environment endeavours to promote the spirit of adventure, exploration of nature and promotion of ecological consciousness.