78 th Independence Day celebrated with Patriotic fervor at NTPC Nava Raipur

RAIPUR:- NTPC Nava Raipur celebrated 78 th Independence Day with Patriotic fervor on August 15, 2024. At a programme held at its office premises, Chief Guest of the occasion Shri P K Mishra, Regional Executive Director (WR-II, USSC & Ash NI), NTPC hoisted the tri-colour. 

Addressing the gathering, Shri Mishra spoke on the significance of Independence Day and NTPC’s contribution in the development of the country. He also threw light on NTPC’s focus on renewable energy and the opportunities and challenges ahead. 

He also appreciated Western Region-II stations for their outstanding achievements in plant performance, project execution, accomplishment in commercial area, new initiatives and receiving awards and recognitions. 

Further, the Chief Guest spoke on achievements in the areas of USSC (Unified Shared Services Centre), Operation Services, Commercial, Station Engineering, Safety, Ash New Initiative, etc. He further added that the power stations in Western Region-II are making concerted effort for compliance of Net Zero Townships by next fiscal. Towards this objective, the power stations are putting their best efforts on Water, Energy and Waste management besides plastic-free and scrap-free, he added. 

The highlight of the celebration was the patriotic theme based cultural program which was organized in association with Arpita Mahila Samiti wherein employees and children participated in large numbers.

The occasion also marked distribution of Meritorious Awards to 24 employees for their outstanding performance as well as Health Champion Awards-2024 to three employees. 

Another special attraction of the celebration was the exhibition wherein 05 projects of NTPC Western Region-II (Korba, Sipat, Lara, Khargone and Gadarwara) showcased their CSR promoted and environment-friendly products which mesmerized all. Chief Guest Shri Mishra visited the stalls and appreciated for their efforts besides advising them to explore marketability of all these products. 

Later, the chief guest inaugurated Friendly Football and Volleyball matches at the office premises and underlined the importance of work-life balance. 

The programme was attended by Shri U H Gokhe, Executive Director-USSC; Shri S K Ghosh, Executive Director-Operation Services; Office bearers and members of Arpita Mahila Samiti; Chief General Managers, General Managers, employees and their family members.