Walton Honored with Super-Samakal Award for Exemplary Fire Safety and Earthquake Preparedness Efforts
Leading electronics and electrical product manufacturer Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC has been recognized with the prestigious Super-Samakal ‘Earthquake and Fire Preparedness Award-2023’.
The accolade commends Walton’s outstanding commitment to fire safety, earthquake preparedness, and workplace compliance. The award ceremony took place in the capital on August 23, 2023, where Walton, alongside two other organizations and three journalists, received the honor.
The esteemed award was presented by the State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief, Dr. Md Enamur Rahman, who also handed over the crest and prize money to the awardees. Walton’s Additional Managing Director, SM Shoyeb Hossain Nobel, and Senior Executive Director, Mohammad Shahjada Salim, accepted the award on behalf of the company.
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The award is a collaboration between the Strengthening Urban Public Private Programming for Earthquake Resilience (SUPER) project and Samakal, a renowned publication. Actionaid Bangladesh, Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI), United Purpose, and World Vision Bangladesh are part of the consortium project, with financial support from the European Union Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid.
This distinction marks the second time the Super-Samakal Awards have been presented, aiming to promote awareness and preparedness for earthquake and fire-related disasters. Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC secured the top position in the Institution category, showcasing its dedication to maintaining a safe and resilient environment. The award’s panel of judges included Abu Sayeed Khan, Samakal’s Advisory Editor, Prof. Mahbuba Nasreen, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Open University, and Prof. Dr. Mehedi Ahmed Ansary from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet)’s Civil Engineering Department.
