NHPC Celebrates 50th Raising Day, Enters Golden Jubilee Year
Mr. R.K. Choudhury, CMD of NHPC, led the celebrations as NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower company, marked its 50th Raising Day on November 7, 2024. The event was held at NHPC’s Corporate Office in Faridabad and across all Regional Offices, Power Stations, and Projects ¹.
NHPC has achieved significant milestones since its inception in 1975, including excellence in hydropower project implementation and adoption of sustainable development principles. “NHPC’s successes are numerous, and we’re committed to high standards,” said Shri R.K. Chaudhary, CMD, NHPC. The company’s 50th Raising Day is extra special, given its recent Navratna company status achievement on August 30th .
Key Highlights:
– Financial Robustness: NHPC is set to improve its financial performance, said Shri R.P. Goyal, Director (Finance) ¹.
– Green Energy Focus: NHPC’s total installed capacity exceeds 7000 MW, with a focus on green energy generation, according to Shri Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Projects & Technical) ¹.
– Awards and Recognition: Winners of NHPC Awards Scheme 2023-24 were awarded in various categories, including Best Power Station and Exemplary Commitment ¹.
– New Award Categories: ‘Honhar’ and ‘Hunar’ awards were introduced to recognize employees’ wards and spouses in academic and non-academic achievements ¹.
Quotes:
– Shri R.K. Chaudhary, CMD, NHPC: “NHPC’s 50th Raising Day reflects our hard work, dedication, and commitment to high standards.”
– Shri R.P. Goyal, Director (Finance), NHPC: “NHPC is financially robust and set to improve its financial performance.”
– Shri Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC: “Gratitude to former employees who contributed to NHPC’s growth.”
– Shri Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Projects & Technical), NHPC: “NHPC is moving towards green energy generation.”
– Shri Santosh Kumar, Chief Vigilance Officer, NHPC: “NHPC’s objective is to contribute to development, prosperity, and welfare of the masses.”