Coimbatore, June 18, 2025 : Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL) is pleased to announce that its Kaniyur manufacturing facility in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has been conferred with the Safety Excellence Award in the ‘Platinum’ category by the National Human Resource Development (NHRD) Network.
The award was presented by Mr. I. Vinoth Kumar, Joint Director, Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH), Government of Tamil Nadu, at a distinguished ceremony held on June 13, 2024. The event brought together leading industry professionals and organisations committed to fostering excellence and best practices in workplace safety.
“This achievement is a strong reflection of KBL’s deeply ingrained culture of safety. It reaffirms our long-standing belief that a secure, compliant, and empowering work environment is not just a priority but a cornerstone for sustained excellence, employee well-being, and long-term organisational growth,” said Rama Kirloskar, Joint Managing Director, Kirloskar Brothers Limited.
Notably, the Kaniyur facility is the world’s first all-women operated pump manufacturing plant, a pioneering initiative that highlights KBL’s commitment to gender inclusivity and empowerment in industrial manufacturing.
The NHRD Safety Excellence Awards recognise organisations that demonstrate outstanding commitment, innovative practices, and consistent efforts in promoting workplace safety. This recognition reinforces KBL’s steadfast dedication to maintaining the highest standards of safety, regulatory adherence, and employee-centric operations. It also stands as a testament to the tireless efforts of the Kaniyur team in building a culture anchored in safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.