NTPC Bongaigaon honoured for excellence in CSR and environmental protection

30 Nov 2023 CW Team

NTPC Bongaigaon was acknowledged for its remarkable accomplishments in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environment Protection through the receipt of two prestigious awards from the Greentech Foundation. The power station was presented with the trophy in the Environment Protection Category at the 22nd Annual Greentech Environment Award 2023 and in the Rural Development Category at the 10th Annual Greentech CSR India Awards.

In the presence of Dr Arup Kumar Mishra, Chairman, Assam Pollution Control Board, and Shantanu Kumar Dutta, Member Secretary, Pollution Control Board, Assam, Ravi Shankar Prasad, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Environment, Government of Assam, bestowed the awards upon Ekonthung Ngullie, AGM (EMG & O&M/Civil) during the award ceremony held in Sonmarg, Jammu and Kashmir.

The Greentech Environment Awards aim to recognize responsible and innovative practices and initiatives that endorse sustainability, minimise environmental impact, and generate enduring benefits for society. The reception of these awards by NTPC Bongaigaon underscores its dedication to environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

Chief General Manager, Karunakar Das, of NTPC Bongaigaon extended congratulations to the employees and the Departments for this significant achievement. He urged them to persist in their commendable efforts and expressed satisfaction that the awards signify acknowledgment of their commitment to sustainable practices and their dedication to making a positive impact on the communities.

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