New Delhi: NHPC Limited and NTPC Limited commemorated their 50th Raising Day and entry into the Golden Jubilee year with a grand joint celebration at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on Saturday. The event marked a significant milestone for both the utilities which were incorporated on November 7, 1975.
The Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal graced the event as Chief Guest.
In his address the Minister extended his heartfelt congratulations to both the organisations and expressed his delight in being part of this historic occasion. The Minister said that the unparalleled contribution made by NHPC and NTPC to the Indian power sector over the past five decades is a matter of pride for us. Their dedication and commitment towards providing a stable and continuous power supply have been instrumental in the country's sustainable development.
In his address Secretary (Power) Pankaj Agarwal highlighted the remarkable achievements of NTPC and NHPC. He said that NTPC and NHPC have played a key role in transforming India’s energy sector over the past 50 years. He further added that both organizations have been integral to India’s energy security and economic growth and also acknowledged the critical role both organisations are playing in promoting clean energy solutions.
Speaking on the occasion, NHPC CMD RK Chaudhary extended his best wishes to both NHPC and NTPC employees for entry into Golden Jubilee year. Chaudhary enumerated upon the various achievements of NHPC since its inception in 1975 in terms of power generation and profitability. He said that NHPC’s successes are numerous and we have not only achieved excellence in the implementation of hydropower projects from concept to commissioning, but have also adopted the principles of sustainable development. He also said that NHPC’s 50th Raising Day has become extra special as NHPC has achieved Navratna company status on August 30th this year which reflect our hard work, dedication and commitment to high standards. CMD, NHPC informed that currently the total installed capacity of NHPC is more than 7000 MW and NHPC is constantly moving towards green energy generation and striving to touch new heights.
Speaking on the occasion, NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh congratulated each and every employee of NTPC and NHPC and their family members on this historic occasion. The CMD said the dedication and resilience of our workforce have been instrumental in achieving this remarkable feat. This year, as we honor our legacy, we also resolve to embrace innovation and set new standards of performance, safety, and environmental stewardship, he said. NTPC has consistently demonstrated its commitment to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable power to the nation. We acted as a growth engine for the nation's progress over the years, evolved continuously and made a long-lasting impact on the country’s growth story. Today, when people think of electricity in the country, they instantly think of NTPC, which gives us a feeling of pride and puts additional responsibility on us, he added.
During the event, Minister released two special publications namely NHPC's comic book, "Jal se Jyoti" and NTPC's coffee table book, "Samathvam". NHPC's comic book, "Jal se Jyoti" aims to educate children about the importance and process of hydropower generation through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations. NTPC's coffee table book, "Samathvam," chronicles the rich history of NTPC through stunning visuals and inspiring stories. "Samathvam," a Sanskrit word meaning equanimity and balance, encapsulates NTPC's philosophy over the last 50 years. The book highlights NTPC's journey from a single thermal power plant to India's largest integrated power utility, showcasing its contributions to energy security, environmental sustainability, innovation, community empowerment, and biodiversity.
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