Media Release
Mangaluru, Nov 11: Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) made an impressive mark at the 18th Global Convention of the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI), held in Mangaluru on November 8-9, 2024. Competing with 73 other organizations, MRPL emerged as a top performer, securing eight awards and finishing among the top three in the “PRCI Excellence Awards” for corporate entities. The PRCI, a prominent organization that promotes high standards in public relations and communication across India, recognized MRPL’s contributions in multiple impactful categories.
MRPL’s awards spanned eight categories, including Best Community Impact Communication, Internal Channel Award, Government Communication Films, Healthcare Communication Films, and Motivational Films, among others. The awards were presented by notable personalities such as P Krishna Bhat, former High Court judge and arbitrator; Ravi Kiran, a celebrated Kannada actor and director; and Dr Mamata Lala, an extreme adventure sports enthusiast.
During the glittering “Chanakya Awards” ceremony on November 8, numerous achievers from across India and abroad were honored for their contributions to public relations and communication. MRPL’s group general manager, Krishna Hegde Miyar, received the “Excellence in Administration” award, while MRPL’s chief general manager of Corporate Branding and Communications, Rudolph Noronha, was honored for “Excellence in Corporate Communication.” These awards were presented by Shripad Yesso Nayak, minister of state for Power & New and Renewable Energy, alongside other PRCI leaders, including M B Jayaram, founder chairman Emeritus of PRCI, and Geetha Shakar, national president of PRCI.
The PRCI awards are highly significant, celebrating excellence in public relations and corporate communication across India. They honor organizations and professionals who excel in strengthening public perception, building brand reputation, and fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement.
These accolades reflect MRPL’s dedication to effective, impactful communication and its ongoing commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.