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BLOOM_October2023.pdf
1. The Government of India is running various significant campaigns centred on the celebration of Gandhi
Jayanti on 2nd October 2023. The Government has launched Khadi Mahotsav that is being observed
from 2nd October to 31st October 2023 with the objective of promoting khadi, handloom, handicraft,
village industries, One District One Product (ODOP) and other local products, and to bolster the
Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. Khadi and Village Industries Commission under the Ministry of MSME has
initiated several activities, to be undertaken countrywide, such as awareness and sensitisation
campaign, khadi yatras, and marketing campaign including sales promotion at about 5000 outlets for
khadi, handloom, ODOP and other local products. In addition, various competitions such as quiz,
slogan, essay writing, jingle contest, video games, short films etc. are being hosted, in partnership
with the domain Ministries, on MyGov platform. All employees are encouraged to participate and take
the e-pledge of Khadi Mahotsav by clicking on the link - https://pledge.mygov.in/khadi-for-nation-
khadi-for-fashion/.
The Ministry of Culture (MoC) initiated the Special Swachhata Campaign 3.0 (preparatory phase &
implementation phase) with the objective of minimizing the pendency and institutionalizing Swachhata.
The campaign envisages saturation of Swachhata in all offices of all Ministries / Departments. The
Special Campaign aims to improve the overall cleanliness of Government offices and enhance the
experience of the common public with Government offices. On 14th September 2023, the Swachhata
Special Campaign 3.0 Portal, a dedicated platform for monitoring the Swachhata campaign in India,
was launched. Balmer Lawrie has joined the campaign and various activities have been undertaken to
achieve the goals articulated by MoC.
As mandated by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), this year the Vigilance Awareness Week
(VAW) will be observed based on the theme “भ्रष्टाचार का विरोध करें; राष्र क
े प्रति समवपिि रहें / Say no to
corruption; commit to the Nation”. VAW 2023 will be observed across the country from 30th October to
5th November 2023. The Vigilance Department will be organising host of events for employees pan
India and will also conduct outreach programs in association with external institutions. Request all of
you to participate in the events, be vigilant and work towards eradicating corruption.
The festive season has brought in a lot of joy; we just celebrated Durga Puja / Navratri. BLOOM wishes
all of you Happy Dussehra! As always, will look forward to your feedback, contributions and
suggestions; you may mail them to mukhopadhyay.mohar@balmerlawrie.com.
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2. The 106th Annual General Meeting of our Company was held on 27th September 2023. The AGM was
conducted virtually, and this enhanced the participation of shareholders and provided a good
opportunity for the Board of Directors to interact with them. The Meeting was presided over by Mr.
Adika Ratna Sekhar, C&MD and was attended by all Functional Directors, Government Nominee
Directors, and Independent Directors along with the Company Secretary and members of the Finance
Team over the virtual platform. A press meet was organised at the Corporate Office in Kolkata after the
AGM, in which C&MD interacted with the local media. The Company recorded a net turnover of Rs.
2,38,309.16 Lakh during Financial Year 2022-23 as against Rs. 2,10,484.97 Lakh in the Financial Year
2021-22 which is an increase of 13.22% over last year. Further the Company recorded a Profit Before
Tax of Rs. 21,130.23 Lakh in the Financial Year 2022-23 as against Rs. 17,014.45 Lakh in the Financial
Year 2021-22. The increase is being attributed to the easing out effect of COVID-19 pandemic on the
performance of SBU: Travel and Vacations which was severely affected in the previous two financial
years due to the same. The Reserve and Surplus of the Company increased to Rs. 1,18,524.12 Lakh as
on 31st March 2023 as compared to Rs. 1,14,885.52 Lakh as on 31st March 2022.
BL UPDATES
SBU: Chemicals in collaboration with Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai won the KV
Mariwala award for Effective Chemical Industry - Academia Partnership during the 58th Indian Chemical
Council (ICC) Award function held at Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Gateway of India, Mumbai on 15th
September 2023. Balmer Lawrie received the award for implementing process improvements in
sulfochlorination. The entire initiative was spearheaded by Mr. R M Uthayaraja, Director [Manufacturing
Businesses] for connecting and conducting the sulfochlorination reaction in series at the plant. The
award was received by Mr. Uthayaraja and Prof SS Bhagwat of ICT, along with the SBU: Chemicals
team. Also, a joint technical presentation related to the above topic was delivered by Dr. V
Vijayabaskar, Head [R&D], Balmer Lawrie during the 14th Annual Seminar on “Recognizing Excellence
of Performance in various facets of Chemical Industry” organised as part of the Annual Awards
function.
3. Balmer Lawrie successfully handled multimodal transportation for NTPC’s Mega Power Project at Barh.
The Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Mr. RK Singh inaugurated the 660 MW Unit
2 of NTPC's Barh Super Thermal Power Project in Barh, Bihar on 18th August 2023. The Logistics
Services (LS) team successfully handled the import of 4000FRT from Russia to the Barh site in a single
lot. It was a rigorous process wherein the LS team worked in close co-ordination with the various
custodians like Russian port authorities, Indian port authorities, Indian agent of the carrier viz. Seaking
Shipping & Logistics, Indian customs authorities etc. to ensure seamless movement from Russia to
India. There were a series of challenges encountered in the execution of this whole movement which
spanned over four months. Arranging special equipment in a single lot for the ODC packages at the
origin was a challenge which the team was able to handle through proper advance planning and co-
ordination, ensuring timely movement in a single lot. Russia, being a war zone area, there were
sanctions due to which main liners were not operating from Russia in the region. In these challenging
times, LS worked out a solution to ensure timely successful movement of this cargo from Russia to
India. Advance preparation and arrangements made for seamless customs clearance and onward
movement of cargo through required hydraulic axles being placed within timelines. LS has immense
expertise and experience in handling large size projects globally and is always at the forefront to cater
to any special and challenging logistics requirements.
Balmer Lawrie participated in a seminar by
Eastern Region Chapter of Association of
Multimodal Transport Operators of India
(AMTOI) held on 23rd September 2023 in
Kolkata. The theme of the seminar was East
India Present and Future – Role of Kolkata
Port. The event witnessed members and
senior dignitaries of the trade associations,
shipping lines, clearing agents and
forwarders based in the Eastern Region
coming together and speaking on various
topics and issues relevant to the trade.
4. The FICCI-Navy Seminar and Exhibition, IND-SEM 2023 - Indigenisation & Self Reliance through use of
Indigenous Technology towards Combat Readiness - was held on 27th September 2023 at the Naval
Dockyard, Mumbai. SBU: Logistics Services put up a stall to showcase and promote their diversified
services in various domains like freight forwarding, defence logistics, logistics infrastructure and project
logistics. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Vice Admiral Mr. Dinesh K Tripathi followed by
showcase of stalls by various stakeholders. The legacy of Balmer Lawrie was praised by the Chief Guest
and other dignitaries present during the event. There were various discussions held to promote exports
of the defence technology solutions to friendly foreign countries, bridging the gap between existing
indigenisation ecosystem and Indian Navy needs for the future.
The Vacations, Delhi team organized the curtain raiser event of Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit
2023 on 14th September 2023 at Hotel Taj Maan Singh, New Delhi for the Directorate of Industries,
Uttarakhand Government.
5. A Customer Meet was organised by the Travel team of Delhi on 22nd September 2023. Key customers
from the Public Sector and airlines partners attended the Meet which was a good forum for networking
and strengthening the customer connect initiatives.
6. Balmer Lawrie was the travel partner for different teams representing India in various international
sports competitions. Travel arrangements were made for the following teams:
Indian Shooting Team for their travel to Hangzhou (China) to participate in 19th Asian Games 2023
Indian Junior Badminton Team for their
participation in the 2023 BWF Badminton
World Junior Championships held in
Spokane, USA from 25th September to 8th
October 2023
Indian Fencing Team for their travel to Hangzhou
(China) to participate in 19th Asian Games 2023
Indian Men’s Hockey Team for their travel to
Hangzhou (China) to participate in 19th Asian
Games 2023
Indian Women’s Hockey Team for their travel to
Hangzhou (China) to participate in 19th Asian
Games 2023
7. Mr. Abhijit Ghosh, Director [HR & CA] visited the plants / units in the Western Region from 5th to 7th
September 2023. During his visit he went around the plants / units including shop floor, observed the
manufacturing / CFS operations and interacted with the Executives and Officers of CFS – Mumbai, IP –
Taloja, G&L and IP – Silvassa. He also visited the livelihood projects being implemented in Padghe
village, Taloja and Sayli & Khadoli villages, Silvassa as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiatives.
Mr. Adika Ratna Sekhar, Chairman & Managing
Director was invited as a speaker in a panel
discussion at the 6th Eastern India Regional
Conference organised by ISTD at Kolkata on
16th September 2023. C&MD was also invited
as a guest speaker in the inaugural session of
the CII Logistics Summit held in Hotel Swosti
Premium, Bhubaneswar on 22nd September
2023.
On issuance of Commencement Certificate by Municipal Corporation Greater Mumbai (MCGM), a
Bhoomi Puja was done on 4th September 2023 for commencement of construction activities for the
proposed office building in Jakaria Bunder Road, Sewri, Mumbai. Present during the Puja was C&MD,
D[SB], D[MB], D[HR&CA], COO[LI], COO[IP], SVP[Technical] and the Head of Mumbai based units and
offices. The proposed office once completed will house the Mumbai based offices of most of the SBUs.
This office will be located in the same premises where the old G&L factory was located and is very near
to the prestigious "Trans Harbour Link Project".
8. Industrial Packaging (IP) - Silvassa Happenings
Training on LOTO, BBS, Routine / Non-
Routine Work, Confined Space Entry and
Permit to Work conducted on 25th September
2023.
Safety Meet organised at IP - Silvassa with
HSE Mutual Aid members of IOCL - Silvassa,
HPCL - Silvassa and Silox India Pvt. Ltd. on
27th September 2023 along with Regional HR -
WR.
Training for physically challenged workers on
Dos and Don’ts during any emergency was
organised on 13th September 2023.
As part of "Swachhata Hi Seva", walk behind
sweeping machine for Housekeeping team
was organised on 21st September 2023.
Training on safety awareness was conducted
on 1st September 2023.
Training session on uses of fire extinguisher
for Lacquer Line Dispatch area as part of HSE
- Emergency Response was organised on 12th
September 2023.
Fire mock drill L-2 conducted in coordination with HSE Mutual Aid members IOCL, HPCL, Sanathan
Textiles and Silox India Pvt. Ltd. on 29th September 2023.
9. A training programme on ‘Championing Customer Service’ was organised for the frontline employees of
the Travel business on 02nd September 2023. Ms. Ranju Sandheer from Beyond Boundariez was the
trainer for the programme. The sessions were interactive, engaging and enriching. The delivery was
activity based and participants were engaged throughout the session.
Parenting is an incredible journey, filled with joys and challenges. At Balmer Lawrie, we understand the
importance of a healthy work-life balance for our employees. The Company recently introduced a
unique set of 6 (six) workshops that provide valuable insights and practical tools to enhance one’s
parenting journey. This Parenting Wellness Workshops are designed to support and empower parents in
Balmer Lawrie. Some of the highlights of these workshops are as follows:
▪ Expert Guidance: The workshops are led by renowned parenting experts from our partnering service
provider, Mentoria. The experts share their knowledge and insights on various aspects of parenting
and the broad theme area.
▪ Interactive Session: The participants and experts can engage in interactive discussions during the
workshop, and leverage Q&A sessions to address specific concerns and provide personalized
guidance.
▪ Networking Opportunity: Participants can connect with fellow Balmer Lawrie parents, share
experiences, and build a supportive community.
The first 'Master Counsellor Workshop for Parenting Wellness on ‘Tackling Addiction to Technology' was
held on 13th September 2023, and saw enthusiastic participation from parents across the organisation.
The interactive nature of the workshop allowed parents to share their experiences and concerns,
fostering a supportive community within the Balmer Lawrie family. Balmer Lawrie remains committed
to not only the professional growth of its employees but also to the well-being of their families. This
workshop is a testament to the Company's dedication to creating a harmonious work-life environment.
10. Vishwakarma Puja was celebrated with much fervour in the offices and plants of the Eastern Region on
18th September 2023.
11. Balmer Lawrie Vacations was proud to be associated with the Department of Official Language, Ministry
of Home Affairs as an Event Manager and Logistics provider for the two-day Akhil Bhartiya Rajbhasha
Sammelan organised at Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Balewadi, Pune on 14th & 15th
September 2023. This was the third edition of the Rajbhasha Sammelan which was previously
organised in Varanasi and Surat. The Vacations team was responsible for the inside hall arrangements
as well as the exteriors, which included designing and production of backdrops, signages, complete
stage and seating arrangements, heavy duty audio visuals, lighting, carpeting, housekeeping,
construction of pandals and additionally providing Logistics for the main event organisers. An agile
team worked assiduously to ensure deliverables within the given time frame while being absolutely
prompt and responsive to all the last-minute demands.
Balmer Lawrie showcased its Travel & Vacations services like International & Domestic Holiday
Packages and MICE related services at an octonorm stall in the main exhibition area and was visited by
Minister of State, Mr. Ajay Kumar Mishra and Governor of Kerala, Mr. Arif Mohammed Khan amongst the
other top Government officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs. The Vacations stall saw a footfall of
around 5000 Government employees who attended the Sammelan. The Government Air ticketing portal
of Balmer Lawrie grabbed phenomenal attention from them during the two days of the event. The
event saw an overall participation of over 8000 delegates from various Government Departments
including all Ministries, Banks and PSUs.
To promote Hindi as the official language, ‘Hindi Pakhwada’ was organised from 14th to 30th September
2023. A host of events like Hindi / English translation, Hindi e-mail, extempore, tagline / punchline and
Hindi quiz competitions were organised for the employees. A Hindi workshop was also organised for
Eastern Region employees. The fortnight was celebrated across all offices, units and establishments of
Balmer Lawrie. Winners of various competitions were given prizes, and a special stress-free session
was also conducted during the closing ceremony of the Hindi Pakhwada at the Corporate Office. Details
of the various programs held across regions will be published in the October 2023 issue of BLOG.
OL [OFFICIAL LANGUAGE] UPDATE
12. As part of CSR initiatives, a mobile ambulance was provided to Nimbark Math Seva Samiti Trust at
west Medinipur under for the FY 2023-2024. The ambulance was inaugurated by Mr. Arun Halder, Vice
Chairman of National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) in the presence of Mr. Abhijit Ghosh,
Director (HR&CA) on 9th September 2023.
Industrial Packaging – Navi Mumbai organised cleaning of primary school area at Padghe village in co-
ordination with the housekeeping team of Panvel Municipal Corporation and the women beneficiaries of
the livelihood project at Padghe, under the “Swachata Hi Seva” program. The event was organised on
26th September and a total of 20 beneficiaries participated in the same.
A painting / drawing competition was organised in the primary government school at Sayli and Khadoli
villages in Silvassa on 27th September 2023. Dustbins were distributed in the school at Khadoli.
CSR UPDATE
13. Transfer
▪ Mr. V Pradeep Menon, Chief Manager [Marketing-IP]-South & West, Industrial Packaging - Chennai
has been transferred to Industrial Packaging - Mumbai as Head [Sales & Marketing]-IP.
▪ Mr. Rajni Kant Mishra, Plant Head [IP]-Asaoti, Industrial Packaging - Asaoti has been transferred
to Greases & Lubricants - Kolkata as Chief Manager [Commercial].
▪ Mr. Jitesh Chandran, Executive [Sales], Industrial Packaging - Vadodara has been transferred to
Industrial Packaging - Kolkata as Executive [Sales & Marketing].
▪ Mr. Saroj Narayan Parida, Junior Officer [LI], Logistics Infrastructure - Manali, Chennai has been
transferred to Logistics Infrastructure - Kolkata as Junior Officer [Operations].
Wish you all the best in your new role!
New Member (Note: Write-up on new members is as per inputs received from them.)
Personnel Information – September 2023
Ms. Esha Sharma joined Greases & Lubricants - Kolkata as Senior Manager
[Sales & Marketing Brand] on 25th September 2023.
As a dedicated marketing professional, Esha Sharma wholeheartedly embraces the
philosophy of Lee Clow, "I'd rather apologize than be so timid as never to try
anything smart or brave". Her professional journey of last 12+ years has been
nothing short of a thrilling odyssey. She has navigated the diverse landscapes of -
technology, chocolates, cigarettes, diabetes and heart medicines, eye nutrition and
drugs. For her, marketing transcends mere numbers and strategies; it's the art of
forging deep, personal connections between products, consumers and customers.
Her unwavering belief is that the most brilliant ideas often originate beyond the
confines of board rooms. Her educational pedigree, BTech from DAIICT
Gandhinagar, MBA and PhD (on-going) from MDI Gurgaon, has armed her with a
unique blend of emotional intelligence, behavioural insights and analytical rigour.
She is an avid traveller with experiences ranging from the frozen river Chadar trek
to a solo Paris sojourn. Her family is a veritable “National Integration”
advertisement with roots emanating from Gangetic plains of Western UP, Garhwali
Himalayas UK, plains of Bihar and extending up to Western Ghats as she gave in to
a Marathi Indian Army Officer’s perseverance, and married Lt. Col. Kedar Joshi. Her
eclectic upbringing gave her exposure and independence to try and be a glo-cal
citizen.
Ms. Swarnika Bharat Khatri joined Logistics Services - Mumbai as Deputy
Manager [Sales & Marketing] on 01st September 2023.
Swarnika Khatri comes from the spiritual town of Shegaon, Maharashtra, a place
close to her heart. She cherishes her role as a loving daughter and the elder sister
to a dedicated doctor. A taurus at 30, she pursued her Masters in Marketing and has
gained valuable experience in the world of B2B sales and marketing. Her most
recent role was with DNEG, world’s largest VFX company. Mumbai is where she calls
home now, sharing it with her husband, originally from Bhilwara, Rajasthan. When it
comes to sweets, Malpua and Ghewar have her heart more than chocolates ever
could. Traveling is her passion, and she is always eager to explore new places.
When she is not chasing traveling, you might find her in front of the TV or immersed
in painting. Staying fit is essential for her, whether through regular gym sessions or
yoga. She is a proactive and adaptive person, ready to shoulder responsibilities for
success of her team. She is very grateful to be part of Balmer Lawrie and wants to
make the best out of it.
14. Mr. Spandan Sanyal joined Cold Chain - Rai as Unit Head [Cold Chain] on 29th
September 2023.
Spandan Sanyal completed his MBA in International Business and started his career
with Snowman Logistics Limited in Mumbai. He then moved to Flipkart in Kolkata and
now he is here in the national capital with Balmer Lawrie. He brings with him an
experience in warehousing, supply chain and logistics and is eagerly looking forward
to working with Balmer Lawrie. Travelling, road trips and partying are things he
doesn't miss out on, together with listening to music and cooking in his spare time.
Motivational talks from people like Gour Gopal Das and Oprah Winfrey helped him to
be what he is today. He is looking forward to connecting with all, exploring the
neighborhood and hopes to have a wonderful time here in Balmer Lawrie.
Ms. Pooja Sharma joined Logistics Services - Mumbai as Deputy Manager
[Sales & Marketing] on 11th September 2023.
Pooja Sharma is happy to be a part of Balmer Lawrie. Her roots are from Sangrur
(Punjab) and her family is currently settled in Panchkula (Haryana). Her family
comprises her grandfather (a retd. Sanskrit Professor - Haryana Govt.), who taught
her the value of self-discipline and perseverance, her father, mother, elder sister and
younger brother. She finds solace in simple living. Her hobbies include reading
novels (thrillers, horror and non-fiction), listening to music (preferably Bollywood,
Punjabi Lokgeet), travelling (appreciating historical architecture and Indian
heritage), painting (acrylic painting), cooking and playing basketball. She has been a
State Level basketball player and represented Haryana in U-14, U-17, U-19 and in
various other championships. A positive spirit, patience and a never give up attitude
inspires her to work diligently towards attaining the set targets and goals. She is
looking forward to taking up this new professional role with utmost zeal.
Mr. Mohamed Arsath A joined Associate Services - Manali, Chennai as Asst.
Manager [IT] on 01st September 2023.
Mohamed Arsath is from Kuttalam, Tamil Nadu. His father is a Mechanic and his
mother is a homemaker. He graduated in BCA and MCA under Bharathidasan
University Trichy. He has completed a certified course, FTCP (Field Technician in
Computing Peripherals) under National Skill Development Corporation and CCNA
(Cisco Certified Network Associate) in FITA Academy. He has more than two years of
experience working in the IT sector as a technical services, end-user support, asset
maintenance and network administration engineer. He has dealt with solving critical
network issues for companies like TCS ION and Spectrum Talent Management. He is
an effective team player, a quick learner, and eager about knowing new
advancements in the IT industry to improve his efficiency in both his professional
and personal life. He is always willing to receive feedback since it helps him become
a better person.
Mr. Anurag Prasad joined Logistics Infrastructure - Dronagiri, Navi Mumbai
as Asst. Manager [Accounts & Finance] on 08th September 2023.
Anurag Prasad is from Asansol, West Bengal. He is a qualified Cost Accountant with
over 3.3 years of experience in finance controlling reporting & analysis, audit,
payable management, GST compliance, budgeting & MIS reporting and inventory
management. He also has experience in SAP (FI module), MS office and Tally. He has
great interest in the stock market and follows it closely whenever he gets time.
15. Welcome you to the Balmer Lawrie family and wish you all the best.
Ms. Rupali Rajaram Korade joined Travel & Vacations - Mumbai as Junior
Officer [Accounts & Finance] on 01st September 2023.
For the past five years, Rupali Korade has been an integral part of the Accounts &
Finance division within the Travel and Vacations sector, contributing with her
expertise. She firmly believes that our ability to move forward and discover fresh
horizons stems from our insatiable curiosity. Curiosity is the flame that continually
ignites our path to new experiences and adventures. She enjoys spending her free
time indulging in art & craft and sketching. Her family is her pillar of strength and
comprises her loving father, her caring mother, and her elder sister. They have been
a constant source of support and inspiration throughout her life. As a proud member
of the Balmer Lawrie family, she aspires to create a successful and fulfilling career
within this esteemed organisation. She looks forward to many more exciting
experiences and achievements as she continues her journey here.
Mr. Shishupal Khobragade joined Travel & Vacations - Delhi as Asst.
Manager [Accounts & Finance] on 26th September 2023.
Shishupal Khobragade is from Bhandara district in Maharashtra. He belongs to a
well-educated and loving nuclear family. Life has taught him a lot of things. He
would call himself a highly motivated person and his motivation and inspiration has
been his family. Professionally, he is a Cost and Management Accountant. He is a
Commerce graduate with a strong background in finance and accounts which has
helped him to understand the different aspects of the corporate world. He likes to
gain knowledge and develop his skills by exploring and learning. He has experience
of one and half years in a company engaged in mining. With excellent professional
and academic knowledge and with his experience, he is ready to serve Balmer
Lawrie and help it reach its goal. He is a nature lover and loves to feed animals and
birds and plant trees. He enjoys playing badminton, chess and listening to music.
Spirituality and ancient things attract him. He is excited to join Balmer Lawrie Travel
& Vacations.
Mr. Jatin Bhutani joined Travel & Vacations - Delhi as Junior Officer
[Commercial] on 12th September 2023.
Jatin Bhutani is 23 years old and belongs to Sadiq Nagar, South Delhi. He completed
his BCom from Delhi University, 12th from CBSE board with Commerce and Math and
10th from CBSE board. After 12th, he completed a one-year certificate course in
Stenography & Secretarial Assistant from Delhi Govt. ITI and also completed a one-
year certificate course in Computer Operator & Programming Assistant from Delhi
Govt. ITI. There are four members in his family including him, his parents and a
younger brother. His long-term goal is to achieve a good position in this company
and his short-term goal is to get a job in a reputed company. His strength lies in
trying to give his 100% to finish his work on or before time. His hobbies are listening
to music in his travel time, gardening, exploring new electronic gadgets etc.
Ms. Divya Sinha joined Travel & Vacations - Delhi as Junior Officer
[Commercial] on 12th September 2023.
Divya Sinha is a native of Gaya (Bihar) but currently lives in New Delhi. She
completed her Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from University of Delhi. She has
developed a high level of proficiency in using various software including Tally, MS
Office etc. Her hobbies are reading books, cooking and traveling. Her first love is her
family.