Ahmedabad, November 2024: S&P Global India, as a part of its focus on health and wellness successfully concluded its annual 30-day Step-a-thon challenge for its 14,000 people across the country.
S&P Global fosters a culture of care and empowers every individual to grow and succeed as part of its People philosophy. Its wellness initiatives include various benefits focusing on health, nutrition, and self-care. S&P Global’s LifeWorks Wellbeing Program offers confidential physical and mental wellbeing services, including virtual fitness and wellness classes, mental health assessments, and Mindful Moments sessions designed to help employees manage stress and improve focus. Additionally, S&P Global has introduced five Wellness Days for employees to rest and recharge, reinforcing its commitment to supporting holistic wellbeing and a positive work-life balance.
The third season of the Step-a-thon saw over 2,500 participants from offices in Ahmedabad, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Noida, Bengaluru and Mumbai. This innovative fitness initiative encouraged colleagues to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle in a fun and collaborative way. Nilam Patel, Managing Director- India Operations at S&P Global, said, “As an organisation, we are tremendously focused on the well-being of our people. Initiatives like this promote healthier habits and strengthen team connections across our India offices. It’s fulfilling to see our teams come together in support of one another.”
The challenge involved teams of four tracking their step counts, which were synced with their devices, with live rankings visible to all participants to foster transparency and motivation. To ensure safety, a maximum cap of 25,000 steps was set to prevent overexertion. The Step-a-thon reinforces S&P Global’s commitment to building a culture of well-being, physical health, and mental resilience. Ten teams were rewarded, with the winning teams receiving prizes worth Rs 1 lakh.
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