NTPC Bongaigaon Develops Football Field in Kokrajhar to Promote Local Sporting Talent under CSR

Kokrajhar, September 28, 2026: Creating greater opportunities for young people to take to the playing field, NTPC Bongaigaon has established a football field for local youth on the western side of the Government Boys’ Higher Secondary School field in Kokrajhar under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.

The facility was inaugurated by Shri Pankaj Chakravarty, ACS, District Commissioner, Kokrajhar, in the presence of Shri Arnab Maitra, Head of Project, NTPC Bongaigaon.

The initiative seeks to strengthen community sports infrastructure and provide local youth with a dedicated space for football practice and sporting activities. By improving access to a playing facility, the project aims to encourage regular participation in sports while nurturing teamwork, discipline and a healthy, active lifestyle.

In a region where football holds a special place in community life, the field offers an opportunity for aspiring players to develop their skills and build confidence. It also provides a space for young people to come together through a shared interest in the sport, fostering friendships and community participation.

The programme was attended by Smt. Banti Talukdar, Additional District Commissioner, Kokrajhar; Shri Himangshu Das, Assistant Commissioner, Kokrajhar; Shri Amit Kumar Asthana, Head of HR, NTPC Bongaigaon; Shri Roshan Dungdung, AGM (HR), NTPC Bongaigaon; and Shri Madhurjya Singha Lahkar, DGM (Corporate Communication), NTPC Bongaigaon.