NTPC WR-I Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Pride and Renewed Commitment to Nation Building

Ministry of Power NTPC WR-I Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Pride and Renewed Commitment to Nation Building प्रव तथ: 15 AUG 2026 3:15PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, August 15, 2026 NTPC Western Region-I celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm at the NTPC Residential Complex, Mumbai. The celebrations were led by Shri E. Satya Phani Kumar, Regional Executive Director (West-I), who hoisted the National Flag and addressed employees, their families and members of the NTPC community on the occasion.Addressing the gathering, Shri E. Satya Phani Kumar paid tribute to the freedom fighters, visionaries and martyrs whose sacrifices laid the foundation of an independent, democratic and self-reliant India. He highlighted the pivotal role of NTPC in powering the nation’s growth journey and its transformation into an integrated energy company, contributing to India’s energy security, affordability and sustainability.

Highlighting NTPC’s recent achievements, Shri Phani Kumar noted that the NTPC Group has crossed the significant milestone of 90 GW of installed capacity, with more than 37 GW under construction. The Group has also commissioned more than

12.48 GW of renewable energy capacity, with 16.2 GW of renewable energy projects under construction, and is progressing towards its target of 60 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2032. He also highlighted NTPC’s growing presence in nuclear power and its initiatives in Green Hydrogen, Energy Storage Systems and Pumped Storage Projects.

Highlighting the performance of the Western Region-I team, he stated that WR-I achieved 7.85 Billion Units of generation in Q1 FY 2026-27, registering a growth of 7% over the corresponding period of the previous year. He appreciated the strong operational performance of Solapur and Mouda stations, as well as the contribution of the region’s gas-based stations towards maintaining grid stability.He also highlighted the region’s commercial achievements, including 100% billing realisation in both FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26, along with the signing of Power Purchase Agreements for major upcoming projects including Sipat-III, Telangana-II, Lara-III and Nabinagar-II.

Emphasising NTPC’s commitment to inclusive development, Shri Phani Kumar highlighted the region’s CSR initiatives. WR-I is implementing 59 CSR projects worth ₹139.08 crore across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Goa and Dadra & Nagar Haveli, covering areas such as healthcare, education, skill development and environmental sustainability. The flagship Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) reached more than 243 girls this year, with the programme being conducted for the first time at RGPPL as well.

He further highlighted the contribution of Corporate Communication in strengthening the organisation’s visibility, reputation and stakeholder connect through media relations, strategic branding, internal communication and digital outreach. The Andheri–Versova Metro branding initiative and recognition at the Tusker Awards for innovative communication were cited as notable achievements of the region.

Cancer Awareness and Screening Programme Launched Following the address, a significant healthcare initiative proposed by the Centre for Cancer Epidemiology (CCE), Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Tata Memorial Centre, was officially launched.

The one-year cancer awareness and screening programme aims to promote greater awareness about cancer prevention and early detection among the community.

Through interactive awareness sessions, the programme will educate participants on cancer risk factors, healthy lifestyle practices and the importance of tobacco and alcohol cessation. Educational materials in local languages will be used to ensure wider accessibility and effective community outreach.Speaking on the initiative, Smt. Vandana Chaturvedi, RHoHR, WR-I, said, “Health and well-being remain an important part of our commitment towards the communities associated with us. Through this collaboration with Tata Memorial Centre, we aim to create greater awareness about cancer prevention, encourage healthy lifestyle choices and promote the importance of early screening. We hope this initiative will empower individuals and families with the right knowledge and encourage them to take proactive steps towards better health.” The initiative reflects NTPC WR-I’s commitment towards preventive healthcare and community well-being, while strengthening awareness around early detection and healthier lifestyles.

Cultural Programme and Children’s Participation Adding to the patriotic spirit of the celebrations, a vibrant cultural programme was presented by Sakhi Mahila Samiti and the children of Bal Bhavan. The performances showcased patriotic themes and reflected the spirit of Independence Day, bringing together members of the NTPC community in celebration of the nation’s rich cultural heritage.

A fancy dress competition for children was also organised, with young participants dressed as prominent national leaders. The enthusiastic participation of the children added colour and energy to the celebrations while providing them an opportunity to learn about and portray the inspiring personalities who shaped India’s history.

The celebrations witnessed enthusiastic participation from employees, family members, children and other members of the NTPC community, bringing the NTPC family together in a spirit of patriotism, unity and collective pride.

The event was attended by Shri Nirbhay Gupta, ED (Nuclear); Shri A. P. Samal, ED

(Nuclear); Smt. Vandana Chaturvedi, RHoHR; Shri Ravinder Sud, GM (Nuclear); Shri Anand Prakash, GM (NGEL), along with other senior officials of WR-I Headquarters, Nuclear, NGEL and Inspection, besides employees, family members and other members of the NTPC community.

The celebrations concluded with a renewed pledge to contribute towards the nation’s progress through dedication, unity and responsible action, while upholding the values of excellence, sustainability and service to the nation.

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