Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 9: NHPC, India’s premier hydropower company and NTPC, India’s largest integrated power utility, commemorated their 50th Raising day in a glittering function held here today.
The event marked a significant milestone for both the utilities, which were incorporated on November 7th 1975.
Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs graced the event as Chief Guest.
Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Government of India was the special guest on the occasion.
In his address Manohar Lal, Union Minister extended his heartfelt congratulations to both the organizations and expressed his delight in being part of this historic occasion.
He 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 and their dedication and commitment towards providing a stable and continuous power supply that have been instrumental in the sustainable development of the country.
Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), highlighted the remarkable achievements of NTPC and NHPC.
He said, “NTPC and NHPC have played a key role in transforming India’s energy sector over the past 50 years. Both organizations have been integral to India’s energy security and economic growth and also acknowledged the critical role both organizations are playing in promoting clean energy solutions.”
Speaking on the occasion, R.K. Chaudhary, CMD, NHPC extended his best wishes to both NHPC and NTPC employees for entry into Golden Jubilee year.
“NHPC’s 50th Raising Day has become extra special as NHPC has achieved Navratna company status on August 30th this year which reflect our hardwork, dedication and commitment to high standards,” he said.
Among others who attended the function included, Gurdeep Singh, CMD, NTPC, R.P. Goyal, Director (Finance), Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Projects & Technical), Santosh Kumar, Jaikumar Srinivasan, Shivam Srivastava, K.S. Sundaram, Ravindra Kumar and A K Jadli.
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