NTPC Bongaigaon Celebrates 50th Raising Day with Grand Festivities and Community Spirit

NTPC Bongaigaon marked its 50th Raising Day with enthusiasm, hosting a series of celebratory events at its administrative building that brought together employees, families, and the community. The day commenced with the NTPC flag being unfurled by Shri Akhilesh Singh, followed by a ceremonial cake cutting and colorful balloon release, symbolizing the milestone.

The event was attended by senior officials, including Shri Debabrata Kar, GM (O&M), Shri Asutosh Biswas, GM (Operation), Shri G.M. Thangzom, Commandant, CISF, Smt. Sangeeta Singha, President of Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club, Shri M.S. Kandari, Assistant Commandant, CISF, and representatives from various departments, unions, associations, and Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club.

In his address, Shri Akhilesh Singh reflected on NTPC’s remarkable journey from its origins in Singrauli to its current status as India’s largest integrated power producer, with an installed capacity exceeding 76 GW, encompassing both standalone units and joint ventures. He highlighted NTPC Bongaigaon’s pivotal role in supporting sustainable energy needs across the Northeast, noting its declared capacity (DC) of 98.90% – the highest among all NTPC stations. Shri Singh also acknowledged the invaluable support from stakeholders, emphasizing NTPC’s ongoing commitment to CSR and community development.

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Recognizing the dedication and contributions of its workforce, NTPC Bongaigaon conferred the prestigious Power Excel Awards to six outstanding employees, celebrating their exceptional service to the station.

Adding to the day’s significance, NTPC Bongaigaon organized a Power Walk within the plant premises, where employees and their families came together with a lit bulb, showcasing NTPC’s vibrant community spirit. Additionally, several unique installations were unveiled, including the Waste to Wealth Replica, the I LOVE NTPC Bongaigaon selfie point, and a Journey Wall depicting the station’s milestones, each symbolizing NTPC’s commitment to sustainability, community pride, and heritage.The event’s cultural highlights featured a stirring rendition of the NTPC Geet by students from Notre Dame Academy, celebrating the unity and mission of NTPC, followed by a captivating band performance by the A P Battalion, adding musical grandeur to the celebration. The badge of the new logo of NTPC being inaugurated by Shri Gurdeep Singh, CMD,NTPC was also presented to all employees of the station.

Since its establishment on November 7, 1975, NTPC has powered India’s growth, becoming a symbol of strength in the power sector over the past 50 years. As the energy sector embraces new opportunities, NTPC is committed to transforming its operations, with a goal to install 60 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2032, reflecting its dedication to sustainable, eco-friendly power solutions.

The 50th Raising Day celebrations at NTPC Bongaigaon highlighted the organization’s enduring legacy, dedication to community, and forward-looking vision, depicting its position as a benchmark of India’s power sector.

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