We are pleased to announce that Mr. Rajan Luke, Executive - Supply & Distribution, Mumbai, has been conferred upon the "Best Employee of the Month (Support Function) - January 2003" award.

Mr.Rajan was born on 9th February, 1961 in Kerala. He is supported by his wife Girly, and sons Rieky and Ryan. Prior to joining Gulf in 1993, he had worked as a Secretary for four years and as an Office Assistant for eight years. From the position of a Steno-Secretary, he rose to the post of an Executive - S&D, Mumbai, looking after supply & distribution and commercial insurance activities.

"I feel excited. It is a recognition for my hard work and dedication in all areas of my responsibilities and exports in particular. It is encouraging and is a booster for me to achieve yet more. My thanks to Mr.Ramesh for his faith in me and for tapping my potential, which helped as a turning point in my life. His immense help will be cherished for ever. My thanks also goes to Mr.E.S.Natarajan for all his guidance and unconditional support, which helped me to take decisions independently. How can I forget my colleagues, in particular Deepali, without their timely support it would have been difficult for me to excel.", says Rajan.