NTPC Bongaigaon: Leading the Charge in Sustainable Power and Community Empowerment

Bongaigaon: NTPC Bongaigaon, a prominent power generation unit with an installed capacity of 750 MW, continues to shine as a beacon of sustainable power generation and inclusive stakeholder engagement.

In a media interaction held on 26th July 2024, senior management of NTPC, led by Shri Akhilesh Singh, Head of Project, NTPC Bongaigaon, shared significant operational and plant performance highlights. Shri Singh emphasized the station’s ongoing efforts to mitigate pollution through the implementation of Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) technology. He also highlighted NTPC Bongaigaon’s dedication to environmental stewardship, noting that since 2006, the station has planted over 1.93 lakh trees in and around the facility.

As part of its societal commitment, NTPC Bongaigaon has successfully conducted NTPC’s flagship Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) program for three consecutive years. This initiative, which trains 40 girls annually in education, holistic growth, and life skills, reflects the station’s dedication to girl empowerment and community development. The media persons visited the GEM venue and interacted with the GEM girls and praised the infrastructure of the community hall.

Shri Singh expressed gratitude towards the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) and district administration for their continuous support in all initiatives. He also outlined various sustainable measures undertaken by the station to enhance operational efficiency and community welfare.

During the media interaction, Shri Paresh Mathur, Head of TS, provided insights into the operational and maintenance parameters and the genesis of NTPC Bongaigaon. Shri Onkar Nath, AGM (HR), highlighted the diverse HR and CSR initiatives and NTPC Bongaigaon’s efforts towards community development.

The event was attended by senior officials including Shri Induri S. Reddy, GM (O&M); Shri Asutosh Biswas, GM (Operation); Shri Roshan Dungdung; Shri Madhurjya S. Lahkar, Sr. Manager (Corporate Communication); Shri Abdul Aziz, Manager HR; and Smt. Aduity Thakuri, CSR Executive.

NTPC Bongaigaon remains committed to its mission of generating sustainable power while fostering community development and environmental sustainability.