Sohar, Oman – July 10th, 2025: Jindal Steel has announced the launch of the fourth edition of its flagship employee wellness initiative, the Losers Win Challenge 2025. This 90-day health and fitness programme, conducted in collaboration with Aster Al Raffah Hospital, Sohar, is part of the company’s broader vision to promote a culture of health, balance, and holistic well-being among its workforce. The initiative is championed by Honorable Mr. Naveen Jindal, Chairman of Jindal Steel and Power Ltd, and supported by Mr. Harssha Shetty, Chief Executive Officer of Jindal Steel, Oman.
A total of 95 employees are participating in this wellness challenge, which is designed to help them adopt healthier lifestyles through a structured approach to physical and mental health. The programme includes two comprehensive body composition analyses, BMI assessments every 15 days, personalised diet plans, and one-on-one consultations with dietitians and internal medicine specialists.
All medical assessments and nutritional support are being delivered under the supervision of healthcare professionals at Aster Al Raffah Hospital, Sohar. The hospital is playing a central role in delivering end-to-end care, including health screenings, dietary consultations, and the implementation of evidence-based wellness practices throughout the challenge.
Commenting on the initiative, Mr Harssha Shetty, CEO of Jindal Steel, Oman, stated, “The Losers Win Challenge is a focused wellness initiative aimed at helping our people become healthier, fitter, and more fulfilled. With this edition, we aspire to create wellness champions who will inspire hundreds more to embrace fitness as a way of life. We are grateful to Aster Al Raffah Hospital for designing a programme that aligns with our specific needs. This collaboration demonstrates the powerful impact that can be achieved when healthcare providers and responsible corporates work together to promote public health and community well-being.”
Speaking on the collaboration, Mr Shailesh Guntu, Deputy CEO of Aster Hospitals, UAE and Oman, said, “At Aster, we believe prevention and wellness are essential to long-term health. We are pleased to support Jindal Steel’s progressive wellness initiative and remain committed to ensuring all participants receive the highest standard of care and guidance throughout their journey.”
About Aster DM Healthcare FZC in GCC
Founded in 1987 by Dr. Azad Moopen, Aster DM Healthcare is a leading integrated healthcare provider, with a strong presence across 5 countries in the GCC and Jordan. Aster is committed to the vision of providing accessible and high-quality healthcare, from primary to quaternary services, with its promise of “We will treat you well”. The organisation’s robust integrated healthcare model includes 15 hospitals, 122 clinics, and 313 pharmacies in GCC serving all segments of the society through three differentiated brands: Aster, Medcare and Access. Aster consistently adapts to meet the evolving needs of patients, ensuring access to quality healthcare through both physical and digital channels which is exemplified with the launch of the region’s first healthcare super app, myAster.
About Jindal Steel:
Jindal Steel Sohar is a premier steel manufacturing company based in the Sultanate of Oman and is among the leading steel producers in the GCC region. Its parent, Jindal Steel Group, is a USD 25 billion diversified global natural resources conglomerate with significant operations in steel, energy, mining, and renewables spanning India, Europe, the GCC, Australia, and Africa.
With social sustainability and a low-carbon future at the core of its strategy, Jindal Steel Sohar is ranked among the top 5 in the UK Cares Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 and is listed in the Sustainalytics Ranking. The company has also been certified as a Great Place to Work and ranks as the 12th best place to work in Asia among large companies.
With a CARES-verified water footprint of just 0.84 m³ per ton of steel and an SMS stack air quality maintained at less than 10 mg/m³ in line with EU standards, Jindal Steel Sohar continues to set new benchmarks in sustainable steel production.