UditVani, Jamshedpur : Reaffirming its commitment to building a healthier and safer community, Tata Steel UISL has undertaken extensive efforts to spread awareness about rabies prevention and control. As part of its sustained community initiatives, 131 volunteers from Tata Steel UISL have been trained to conduct awareness sessions for school children, demonstrating the company’s dedication to combating this deadly but preventable disease.
This year, Tata Steel UISL has organized more than 80 awareness sessions across Jamshedpur, reaching over 23,000 students from 77 schools and educational institutions. The initiative places special focus on children, who are particularly vulnerable due to their natural curiosity and tendency to interact with animals. Through interactive sessions, students are educated on how rabies spreads, how to recognize symptoms in both humans and animals, and the importance of timely preventive action.
In addition to schools, Tata Steel UISL volunteers have also visited several villages in and around Jamshedpur and Seraikela to engage with villagers and their children. These outreach efforts ensure that vital information about rabies prevention reaches even the most vulnerable sections of society. This is a regular activity carried out by Tata Steel UISL’s team, reinforcing its continuous commitment to community health and safety.
Rabies continues to be a significant public health concern, responsible for nearly 99% of human deaths caused by dog bites. In humans, the disease can manifest through symptoms such as behavioral changes, anxiety, fever, headache, seizures, and hydrophobia. Once severe symptoms appear, rabies is almost always fatal. However, timely preventive measures — including proper wound care, vaccination, and responsible pet ownership — can save lives and curb its spread.
By combining education, volunteer engagement, rural outreach, and responsible pet care messaging, Tata Steel UISL continues to demonstrate its commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of the community, aligning its efforts with global calls to eliminate rabies-related deaths.
