NTPC Bongaigaon signs MoA for 6-bedded Burn ICU and TB Nutritional Support Programme in Kokrajhar

Kokrajhar: In a major step towards strengthening healthcare infrastructure and supporting public health in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), NTPC Bongaigaon has signed two Memorandums of Agreement (MoAs) with the District Administration, Kokrajhar, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

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The agreements include the establishment of a 6-bedded Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in the Burn Unit at Kokrajhar Medical College & Hospital (KMCH) and the launch of a nutritional support programme for 200 tuberculosis (TB) patients under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

The first MoA, a tripartite agreement among NTPC, the District Administration, and KMCH, aims to create a state-of-the-art 6-bedded Burn ICU equipped with advanced life-support systems, infection-control mechanisms, and modern medical equipment at a project cost of Rs 1.47 crore. The facility is expected to significantly enhance the hospital’s capacity to handle critical burn cases and provide tertiary care to patients from Kokrajhar, BTR, and neighbouring districts. The project will be completed within 12 months and includes the installation of HVAC systems, oxygen pipelines, and advanced patient monitoring infrastructure.

The second MoA focuses on providing nutritional support to 200 registered TB patients across Kokrajhar district for six months, at a total project cost of Rs 13.44 lakh. The initiative aims to improve treatment adherence and recovery rates through the supply of food and protein supplements, contributing to the national goal of eliminating tuberculosis under the PM TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

The MoA signing ceremony was attended by Masanda M. Pertin, IAS, District Commissioner, Kokrajhar, and Arnab Maitra, Business Unit Head, NTPC Bongaigaon, along with senior officials from the District Administration and Kokrajhar Medical College. Notable attendees included Prof. Dr. Atul Chandra Baro, Principal and Chief Superintendent, KMCH; Kabita Deka, ACS, Additional Deputy Commissioner; Amit K Asthana, Head of HR, NTPC Bongaigaon; Dr. Deepayan Paul, Chief Medical Officer, NTPC Bongaigaon; and Dr. Vivek Pandey, District TB Officer.

Speaking on the occasion, Masanda M. Pertin appreciated NTPC Bongaigaon’s CSR interventions, describing them as timely and crucial for enhancing the district’s healthcare ecosystem. She said, “Such partnerships between the administration and corporates like NTPC are vital for ensuring inclusive and equitable development in the region.”

Arnab Maitra, Business Unit Head, NTPC Bongaigaon, highlighted that the initiatives underscore NTPC’s commitment to inclusive growth and community empowerment. “NTPC not only generates power but also empowers lives through meaningful CSR interventions. The Burn ICU will strengthen critical care infrastructure in the region, while the nutritional support programme will aid faster recovery among TB patients,” he said.

Both projects are aligned with Schedule VII (i) of the Companies Act, 2013, which focuses on promoting healthcare and preventive health. They also complement the Government of India’s vision of equitable healthcare access and NTPC’s ongoing efforts to foster sustainable and inclusive development in its operational areas.

The MoA signing marks another milestone in NTPC Bongaigaon’s sustained engagement with regional stakeholders, reflecting the company’s continued efforts to enhance healthcare delivery and contribute to national public health objectives.

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