Ministry of Power
NTPC Celebrates 52nd Raising Day at Western Region-I Headquarters, Mumbai
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07 NOV 2026 7:12PM by PIB Mumbai
: Mumbai, November 7, 2026
NTPC Western Region-I (WR-I) Headquarters, Mumbai, celebrated the 52nd Raising Day of NTPC with enthusiasm and pride, commemorating over five decades of the organisation's contribution to India's power sector.
The celebrations commenced with the unfurling of the NTPC flag by the Chief Guest, Shri Nirbhay Gupta, Executive Director (Nuclear), NTPC, followed by the rendition of the NTPC Geet. Addressing the gathering, Shri Gupta highlighted NTPC's journey since its establishment in 1975 and its significant contribution to the country's energy sector. He informed that the NTPC Group has an installed capacity of over 91 GW. During the first half of FY 2026–27, NTPC's coal-based power stations recorded a Plant Load Factor (PLF) of 75.11 per cent, compared to 68.35 per cent for the rest of the country.
Highlighting the achievements of Western Region-I, Shri Gupta noted that the region emerged as the top-performing region in achieving Annual Performance Targets for FY 2025–26 and recorded over 100 per cent utilisation of its Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) allocation.
He further highlighted the region's contribution to community development through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. During FY 2025–26, WR-I undertook 59 CSR projects with an investment of approximately ₹139 crore. The Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) 2026 benefited 243 young girls. He also underscored the importance of safety, integrity, innovation and teamwork in achieving organisational excellence.
Shri Anil Kumar Chawla, Regional Head of HR, Western Region-I and General Manager (HR), Nuclear, along with senior officials, employees and members of Sakhi Mahila Samiti, attended the celebrations.
The programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks proposed by Shri Chawla, followed by the live telecast of the NTPC Raising Day celebrations from the Energy Operation Centre (EOC), Noida.
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Source- NTPC/Edgar Coelho/Parshuram Kor
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