LUCKNOW. NTPC Unchahar has launched a new skill development program in collaboration with the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET), Lucknow. The program aims to train 60 unemployed local youth—including 22 women—from 15 nearby Gram Panchayats as specialized machine operators in injection moulding and plastic processing. The initiative was formally inaugurated by Regional Executive Director (North) & CEO (NSPCL) Diwakar Kaushik, alongside senior NTPC and CIPET leadership, who highlighted the critical role of discipline, technical expertise, and continuous learning in building successful technical careers.
This new venture reinforces NTPC Unchahar’s long-standing dedication to sustainable socio-economic growth in the region. Prior to this launch, the power generator had already facilitated gainful employment for 187 rural youth across various skill-building modules, backed by a CSR investment of approximately ₹196 lakh. By bridging the gap between local talent and industry requirements, NTPC Unchahar continues to deliver actionable, employment-oriented avenues for self-reliance and community empowerment.
most of them receive average monthly pension of ?1,171, an amount the committee believes is “grossly inadequate in today’s economic conditions”. 81 lakh pensioners under the EPS-95 scheme have been pursuing these demands for over a decade. “Despite repeated assurances from the government, no concrete action has been taken,” he said.
