NTPC Bongaigaon has successfully inaugurated the renovated Salakati Market Shed, a project executed under the company’s CSR initiative with an investment of ₹35.89 lakhs. The comprehensive refurbishment included constructing an 8,000-litre RCC overhead water tank, repairing 200 meters of surrounding drains, refurbishing toilet blocks with a PVC overhead water tank, and making structural repairs to three market sheds that house 70 shops. Additional upgrades involved PCC flooring in vendor areas and approach pathways, installation of chequered tiles in the fish market zone and toilet approaches, provision of water supply points and piping for fish market shops, and electrification with a 250-amp LT Panel Board, earthing, and cabling for the shops. While the initial plan aimed to refurbish four sheds covering 120 shops, site constraints led to the completion of three sheds.
The inauguration event was attended by prominent dignitaries including Shri Joyanta Basumatary, Member of Parliament, Kokrajhar; Shri Lawrence Islary, MLA, East Kokrajhar; NTPC Bongaigaon’s Head of Project, Shri Arnab Maitra; and other senior officials along with members of the Salakati Bazar Committee and local residents. Shri Basumatary praised NTPC Bongaigaon’s dedication to regional development, emphasizing that the renovated market shed reflects the company’s commitment to uplift community infrastructure and directly benefits local vendors and residents. In line with the Swachh Bharat Mission, three dustbins were donated by Shri Basumatary to promote cleanliness and responsible waste management during Swachhta Pakhwada.
Expressing his satisfaction, Shri Arnab Maitra highlighted NTPC’s focus on inclusive growth, stating that the project not only enhances the market’s infrastructure but also reinforces the company’s bond with the community it serves. The Salakati Bazar Committee expressed gratitude to NTPC Bongaigaon for addressing a long-standing need, noting the positive impact on hygiene, economic activity, and overall community welfare in the region. The event underscored NTPC’s ongoing commitment to community development and sustainable regional progress.
