Highlighting their vital role in the national energy landscape, Deepak Gupta reminded the trainees that they represent GAIL’s future brand ambassadors. He encouraged them to align with the company’s core values and strategic objectives while actively contributing to India’s expanding energy infrastructure. The interactive session forms part of GAIL’s ongoing leadership development framework, designed to nurture fresh talent through direct engagement with top management and continuous skill enhancement.

The promotion orders were presented to them by Mr. Tarun Misra, ED(HR) at a ceremony held at Manthan Conference Hall, on 6th August, 2026.   Present on the occasion were Mr. B K Giri, ED (MD-CMLO), Mr. Biswaranjan Palai, ED (Works), Mr. Sudip Pal Chowdhury, ED (Projects), Dr. Jayanta Kumar Acharya, CMO In-Charge (M&HS), Mr. Rajesh Dasgupta, CGM (F&A) with additional charge of ED (F&A) and other senior officers of the plant. The newly promoted CGMs were accompanied by their spouses.

Congratulating the newly promoted Senior Officers, tMr. Misra said, “CGM promotion is regarded as one of the toughest promotions and with this promotion the Company has entrusted you with a much bigger responsibility.” He also appreciated each of the promoted CGMs by sharing personal experiences with all of them. The other Senior Officers also congratulated the newly promoted CGMs and wished them a bright future in the organisation. The ED HR also gifted them a book along with the sweet boxes and promotion orders.

The promoted executives present on the occasion, responded enthusiastically and assured that they would make every possible effort to better the performance of the Steel Plant. Mr. Vigyan Patra, Deputy Manager (HR-OD) anchored the programme while Mr. Rakesh Verma, GM (HR-OD & L&D) coordinated the event.

Maintaining an average system availability of 99.80%, POWERGRID’s network reached 1,86,595 ckm of transmission lines and 291 substations. Key highlights include securing a JPY 80 billion JBIC loan for the Khavda-Nagpur HVDC project, winning five transmission projects under Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB), and acquiring India’s first Synchronous Condenser TBCB scheme in July 2026 to support renewable energy integration.

The facility was inaugurated by Shri Atul Gupta, CMD, EIL, alongside Shri Sanjay Jindal, Director (Finance), and Shri R.K. Singh, Director (HR).

The center will train 300 underprivileged women annually in tailoring, embroidery, and garment finishing using industry-standard machinery. Upon completion, certified participants will gain market-relevant skills to boost their employment and self-employment prospects.

The partnership focuses on technical knowledge sharing, skill development, feasibility studies, and capacity building. Highlighting the initiative, Minister Naidu emphasized the government’s “Make in India” vision for indigenous seaplane manufacturing, supported by Union Budget 2026 incentives, Viability Gap Funding (VGF), and dedicated Seaplane Operations Guidelines.

Supported by the Norwegian Government, Noemi Aerospace brings advanced electric seaplane technology to advance India’s regional and island connectivity. The Ministry clarified that the exploratory MoU carries no financial commitment, serving to foster strategic international partnerships and green aviation innovation across the domestic civil aviation ecosystem.

Through its various endeavors and unique programs, SCOPE continues to cultivate overall wellness and holistic development, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to building a motivated, healthy, and highly productive workforce for the nation.

The collected funds were utilized to procure and distribute essential everyday relief materials directly to households across the two affected villages. This voluntary initiative reflects the deep commitment of NTPC Bongaigaon staff toward community welfare, social responsibility, and standing alongside local populations during times of natural crisis.