Chennai: The recent outbreak of Covid-19 made Ramco Cements partner with government administrations, in the fight against the coronavirus in its operating states of Tamilnadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telengana, Karnataka, Bengal and Odisha.

According to the company, in Tamilnadu and Odisha it is mobilising and distributing high-value medical equipment ranging from oxygen concentrators to sophisticated protective gear and basic amenities such as water, shelter and food, by working alongside District Collectors, Police, Public Health Departments and Panchayats.

“All vehicles leaving the factory were disinfected and the drivers were checked for body temperature and other symptoms of corona virus and provided Medical Certificate by the Doctor at factory exit for their safe passage,” it said.

Every vehicle coming into our factories was disinfected thoroughly, it said and added that every worker entering the factory was checked and certified that the person was free from symptoms of the virus

“The safety of the villagers surrounding our plants has always been of utmost importance to us. They have been provided medical attention by our teams of doctors and paramedics. Water tankers spray medicines in the villages surrounding the plants and mines to disinfect them and to ensure the safety of the villagers,” Ramco Cements said.
Over 6,000 migrant labourers including those who are not on direct contract with the company have been provided food, shelter and medical attention.