Episodes - Issue 6 - Bajaj Electricals

Bajaj Electricals Lights upthe Dream Win of a Billion Indians!SP RTSSpecialIssue 6 Apr-Jun 2011Aerial view of the Wankhede Stadium and Marine Drive,both illuminated by Bajaj Electricals.We at Bajaj Electricals proudly celebrate Team India's historic World Cup 2011 victory. We areprivileged to have played an important part in this glorious triumph. The entire illuminationsystem (including the first-ever 72-metre high mast) of the refurbished Wankhede Stadium wasdesigned and executed by us. We created a befitting atmosphere for an electrifying victory.Shabash India! You have made more than a billion hearts deliriously proud.Other cricket stadia illuminated by Bajaj Electricals include:M. Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium, Bangalore Green Park Cricket Stadium, KanpurSawai Mansingh (SMS) Cricket Stadium, JaipurRajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal, HyderabadMaharani Usha Raje Cricket Stadium, Indore SCA Cricket Stadium, Rajkot.For enquiries contact: Engineering & Projects BU, Bajaj Electricals Ltd., 15/17, Sant Savta Marg, Reay Road, Mumbai 400010.Tel.: 23765000. E-mail: epd@bajajelectricals.com. Website: www.bajajelectricals.comAn Engineering & Projects BU Initiative.

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESKDear EPDians,April 2011 has brought some really happy tidings.First, our cup of cheer overflowed thanks to the stupendousperformance of our Men in Blue – winning cricket’s biggestevent after 28 long years. Right on cue, EPDians have alsoshown their mettle, returning an outstanding turnover ofnearly ` 240 cr in March. This, after a really sluggish start tothe last financial year, which only makes the performanceeven sweeter. It all sets things up nicely for FY 2011-12 toreturn to glory times, especially in terms of profits andexecution.The company’s theme for this year isDominate 2011 . I amdelighted that the theme for this latest issue of Episodes EPisodes issomewhat similar – Sports! Because sports is all aboutaspiring to be the best and hence dominate your sphere.Let us ride the momentum and promise ourselves that wewill strive harder to be the best in everything we do. The sumtotal of our best efforts will make the company the best anddominate.Let’s make great things happen in FY 2011-12.Jai ho !Dear EPDians,We have closed another eventful year on a high note. Theteam effort across our project sites, branches, regions,offices and manufacturing units, has enabled us to cross the` 850 cr mark, with record sales of ` 240 cr in March alone.There has been a lot of pressure during the year 2010-11 dueto low sales, impact on profitability, increased workingcapital, etc. It has been a good learning experience for all ofus and, in the end, we have emerged stronger and ready totake on the challenges of 2011-12.Several landmark projects have been executed during theyear and many prestigious orders have been received.The Wankhede Stadium lighting project – where Team Indialifted the World Cup 2011, under Bajaj floodlights, bringingglory and happiness to a billion Indians – was the highlightof the year and a grand beginning to our new year 2011-12.Special Projects and TLT Division are now in the ` 300 crleague, with Highmast Division also set to join that league in2011-12. With full support from our Ranjangaon team, FY2011-12 will see the EPDian become a ` 1000 cr plus BUteam and return to profitable growth.Wish you all a great and successful year ahead!!In the very recent past, as well as over the past year, sport has really grabbed the imagination of India andIndians. Most recently, the Cricket World Cup, virtually held in our own backyard, generated more than its usualhysteria with India emerging victorious. In January, the focus was on the Mumbai Marathon – now amongst theworld’s ten largest marathons. Before that, the Asian Games, the Commonwealth Games, the Football WorldCup, plus the exploits of our stars of tennis, badminton, hockey, athletics and other disciplines, demanded ourattention.Of the international mega events that happened over the past few months, we at Bajaj Electricals have beenclosely associated with the just concluded Cricket World Cup, as well as the Commonwealth Games. Not interms of participation, but illumination!As the country’s leader in sports lighting, we bagged and executed the very prestigious illumination contract forthe refurbished Wankhede Stadium, venue of the Cricket World Cup final. April 2nd was a proud and thrillingday for everyone at Bajaj, as India played out and won the final – an event rendered resplendent by the worldclasslighting designed and executed by us.Months earlier, we lit up key areas linked with the Commonwealth Games – the Games village, the external areaof the main stadium, approach roads, Delhi airport and metro; besides installing signages and street furniturearound Delhi.With so much linkage to sport, it made eminent sense to stance this issue as a sports’ special. While some of ourregular features find their way into this issue, the broad focus is sport. From showcasing the WankhedeStadium, to revisiting other stadia that we have illuminated, to the exploits of sportspersons within our ownfold, the general texture of this episode revolves around sport.Maybe it’s reminder enough for the more sedentary amongst us to start out on an exercise regimen. To get yougoing, there’s a timely article on running too within these pages.Happy reading. To borrow a popular sports term, we hope this issue provides an adrenaline rush.- Editorial TeamANANT BAJAJExecutive DirectorBajaj Electricals Ltd.LALIT MEHTAExecutive President (E&P BU)Bajaj Electricals Ltd.01

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ACTION REPLAYGENERALLY SPEAKINGThe Joy of Running-By Milton FrankIt can safely be called the mother of all sports. Because for any other physicalsport, you must first be able to run. The past few years have seen a megarunning boom across the country – especially in the bigger cities, Mumbai andBangalore in particular. Thanks to events like the world class Mumbai Marathon(now amongst the world’s Top 10 marathons), the running bug has caught onbig time. People who have never run, suddenly want to be a part of theexperience. This article attempts to give you a heads-up on how to get started. 16Unlike most other sports, the beauty of running is that to get going, you needneither infrastructure, nor major equipment, nor other people. People run oncity streets, mud or synthetic tracks, cross-country trails, beaches and just aboutany land surface. Heat, cold, wind, rain... nothing can stop a determinedrunner.Of course, there are a few precautions before you start out. First consult yourdoctor and get a basic check done to confirm that you are fit to run. That out ofthe way, get yourself some basic gear – the most important being runningshoes... shoes specifically made for running. Firm, cushioned sole, light inweight, airy, breathable upper material, these shoes shouldn’t feel tight aroundany part of the foot.Next comes comfortable socks – preferably short ankle length, not of heavymaterial. Likewise the shirt, vest, shorts or track pants should ideally be of lighterbreathable material. Not cotton which retains perspiration and becomes heavyand sticky, but dry-fit material that actually wicks away sweat. Especially incolder weather, keep a track suit or top handy, and cover up as soon as yourworkout is done. When doing large distances, apply Vaseline beforehand toareas prone to blistering. Blisters are the result of constant friction of the shoe orclothing with the skin.You’re all set now. Find yourself a running route or playground – any flat surfacewithout nasty surprises. Start with a stretching routine that addresses thehamstring, thighs and calves. Stretches that make you feel good and notstrained. You can source these off the internet. Stretching before running is veryimportant, especially for early morning runners – because the body needs towarm up to minimise the risk of injury while exercising.Never make the mistake of doing big distances on your very first day or week.Chances are you will feel all pumped up and run harder, faster or longer thanyou should. Running is all about baby steps to the desired level. Start with asshort a distance as you can manage without going out of breath. Stop themoment breathing becomes difficult or if you feel any discomfort. Remember,there’s always another day to run.Milton Frank, part of the Editorial Team, is a passionate long distance runner who regularly competes in official marathon events.17

In your first several weeks, do not try to run every day. Alternatedays will give your body time to recover. Rest and diet are veryimportant too. Hydration even more so. Hydration is nothing butdrinking water through the day and not just when you run. Cutout junk foods and aerated drinks. When doing really largedistances, switch to a carbohydrate-heavy diet around thosedays. Again, you can source these foods from the internet.Move up with CautionOnly once you reach a level of comfort with a particular distance,move up to the next distance. Never make the mistake of linearlyincreasing distances with every run. Designate one day in theweek, when time isn’t a limitation, to do a longer run. All otherdays do shorter and slower runs. Keep a running log – it gives youa perspective of the progress made. Very importantly, neverincrease your weekly or single long run mileage by more than10% over the previous one.Read body signs. Never run with a fever. If you have anydiscomfort, do not run. Get injuries checked immediately by adoctor. A runner’s injury mostly affects the ankles, knees, feet,legs and lower back. Which is why it is always advisable to run ona softer surface. Cemented, tiled or stone roads are the worstculprits. Asphalt (tarred) roads are slightly better. But ideally findyourself a mud track for the bulk of your runs. A standard trackloop will also accurately determine the distance run. However,instead of targeting distances, target running time – not speedbut length.On occasion, hit the beach, as sand is the softest naturalsurface you can run on. But do not make the mistake ofdoing all your runs on sand – the loose surface can lead toa different kind of strain. If you must, stay on the wetsand. The thumb rule is: harder the surface, greater therisk of injury but easier the effort. Vice versa for softersurfaces. Ideally mix up your running surfaces, but do thebulk on flat mud or grass tracks or trails.Anytime, Anywhere.Running in the rain is a beautiful experience. However, avoidheavy rains – during flooding you never know where your nextstep will land. Advisable also to wear a waterproof cap to keepyour head dry. When done, head straight for home, wipe yourselfGENERALLY SPEAKINGdry and have a warm bath. Winter is the best season for running.The weather makes it far easier once you’re sufficiently warmedup. By contrast hot weather can sap you completely – in summerit is advisable to run easier and shorter distances and constantlyhydrate or even run with a small easy-hold water bottle.While running on roads, face the traffic. When running earlymorning or late night, wear light coloured clothing orfluorescent/reflective strips to warn drivers of your presence.Running with music provides an adrenaline rush; butdangerously, it can distract from ambient sounds like car horns.Remember, you do not own the road, so run with a sense ofcaution and constant awareness of your surroundings.While running requires no company, it is always better – andeasier – to run with a friend or a group. There will always be agroup of runners in your neighbourhood or town. If you don’tknow where they are, link with them through an online forumsuch as www.runnersforlife.com. That’s a pulsating, vibrantonline community of very passionate runners of varying abilities.A Runner ForeverYou may never compete in a running event, leave alone amarathon. But that’s the entire beauty of running. It is as muchfor those with a competitive frame of mind, as for those thatwant to stay fit and healthy, bust stress or just make new friends.There are few simpler joys than the beautiful sense of exhaustionafter an evening run. Or that circulation-promoting trot out at thecrack of dawn to keep you in good spirits through your work day.Finally, running is the only physical sport where you can go onand on – even in competition. As the indefatigable Fauja Singhhas shown. A runner of Indian origin, who will turned 100 inApril, and world record holder in the Over-90 category, he ranfull marathons (42 km) till a few years ago, and still competes inhalf marathons (21 km).Take up to running – the benefits far outstrip the efforts. The keyis to start, and start today. Because tomorrow never comes.Leave you with the runners’ motto... Keep miling and keepsmiling.THE WORLD OF SPORTIt may be strange, but it’s still sport!The first major auto race was held in 1894 in France. Thewinning car had a top speed of about 11 mph.For a brief period, there was a sport in the USSR calledface slapping. In 1931, two fighters slapped each other'sbloodied faces for 30 hours. The contest was finallyhalted by spectators, because both fighters refused toquit.Poland's Stanislawa Walasiewicz won the women's 100meter race at the 1932 Olympics, becoming the firstwoman to break the 12-second barrier. When she waskilled in 1980 in a robbery attempt, an autopsydetermined that she was actually male.Overarm bowling was initially illegal. It was introduced byKent cricketer, John Willes, having learnt it from his sisterwho found her skirt was getting in the way when shetried to bowl underarm!A chess match between Dr. Munro MacLennan andLawrence Grant began in 1926, but wasn’t completeeven half a century later. The contestants made theirmoves by corresponding through mail.A Winning AttitudeYou are never really playing an opponent. You are playing yourself,your own highest standards, and when you reach your limits, thatis real joy.- Arthur Ashe (1975 Wimbledon champion)Champions keep playing until they get it right.- Billie Jean King (Tennis legend)I've missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost300 games. 26 times I've been trusted to take the game winningshot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my lifeand that is why I succeed.- Michael Jordan (Basketball superstar)The World of SportInspirational Sports QuotesMountaineer Christopher Timms, of New Zealand,survived the longest recorded fall in history – sliding7,500 ft down an ice face of Mt. Elie de Beaumont. Whilehis companion was killed, Timms amazingly suffered justa concussion, cuts and bruises.The largest crowd ever to attend a soccer match wasduring the 1950 World Cup final between Brazil againstUruguay. A paid attendance of 173,830 was registered atthe Maracanã stadium, although the actual attendanceestimate is said to be closer to 210,000.Although it seems otherwise, no high jumper can stay offthe ground for more than one second.The average marathon runner's heart beats about 175times per minute during a race. A typical adult's heartbeats 68 times a minute at rest.Over 80% of professional boxers have suffered braindamage.The number of possible ways of playing just the first fourmoves on each side in a game of chess is318,979,564,000.Champions aren't made in the gym. Champions are made fromsomething they have deep inside them – a desire, a dream, avision.- Muhammed Ali (Greatest boxer of all time)An athlete cannot run with money in his pockets. He must runwith hope in his heart and dreams in his head.- Emil Zatopek (Four-time Olympic gold medallist)Victory belongs to the most persevering.- Napoleon1819

STAR GAZINGW B O N F A S I R E R E D E FO R N I S P L E H P E X I D HG Y A C D H Y A N C H A N D TC A I K E R B V U N C S K A RA N C L L Y R O Z C A O K V ON T R A A U A I U R M B O O WO O A U Z S D T T O U E N L SD C M S T A M N A B H R Y I EA O E O N Y A G E E C S E TR M W E N G N O R T S M R AA A R E J O R D A N W B V RM N L I N K T I G O T E A VI E N I S S O R O L R L G AP C E A D M I D A T Y S O NJ I Z T I P S H A H B A Z BLRAHCOUTIME OUTContestThe Word Grid contest returns! And its theme, in keeping withthe rest of this issue, is sport! Hidden in the adjacent grid arethe names of 30 of the greatest sporting legends of all time. Thenames (surnames mostly, but a first, full and pet name each, aswell) are placed horizontally, vertically, diagonally and evenbackwards and forwards – but each name in a single directiononly. To help you, the distribution is: 3 each from Football,Cricket, Tennis, Hockey, Boxing and Athletics; 2 each fromSwimming, Golf, Basketball and Formula One; and 1 each fromCycling, Gymnastics, Badminton and Motorcycling. Circle outthe 30 names and rush in your entry to us.In case of no all-correct entries those that get the most rightanswers will be declared winners. Entry is open to everybody,not just EPDians. Entries may be emailed toepisodes@bajajelectricals.com or sent to Editorial Team –EPisodes, Engineering & Projects BU, Reay Road, Mumbai, tothreach latest by 10 June 2011. Two lucky winners will receiveattractive gifts. Don't forget to fill in your personal details(whatever's applicable) on the coupon below and mail it alongwith the grid. Winners' names will be featured in the next issueof EPisodes.Name: _____________________________________________Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________Designation: ________________________________________Branch Office: _______________________________________Contact #: __________________________________________e-mail address: ______________________________________TIME OUTCongratulations Photo Op WinnersThis is the contest to bring out the photographer in you. To standa chance to win, send in original photographs you have recentlyclicked, which are creative or interesting in some way. There is notheme to this contest, so keep your digital or mobile camerahandy, because you never know when and where thatopportunity for an offbeat picture may present itself – and giveyou the chance to win an attractive gift. Entries maybe beemailed to episodes@bajajelectricals.com as jpegs; or as printedphotos sent to Editorial Team - EPisodes, Engineering & ProjectsthBU, Reay Road, Mumbai, to reach latest by 10 June 2011.Don't forget to add your personal and contact details. 2021