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Sidhartha Sankar Das Takes Charge as Member-Secretary of DVC

Newsmantra — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:22:36 +0000

KOLKATA. Shri Sidhartha Sankar Das has assumed charge as Member-Secretary of Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), bringing with him nearly three decades of rich experience in the power sector and human resource management. A seasoned HR professional with significant contributions to organizational development and national labour policy, Das is widely recognized for his leadership in workforce transformation and employee engagement initiatives. His appointment is expected to further strengthen DVC’s commitment to operational excellence, people-centric growth and sustainable development in the power sector.

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Shri S S Das appointed as Secretary, DVC

Newsmantra — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:40:40 +0000

NEW DELHI. Govt of India has appointed Shri Sidhartha Sankar Das, General Manager (HR-Unified Services & Industrial Relations), NTPC Limited to the post of Member-Secretary, Damodar Valley Corporation on deputation basis for a tenure of five years.

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PESB Selects DVC Executive P L S S Chaitanya Prakash as Director for NLC India

Newsmantra — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:16:50 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Public Enterprises Selection Board recommended Shri P L S S Chaitanya Prakash for the position of Director (Power) at NLC India Limited during its meeting on June 9, 2026. Currently serving as the Executive Director (Operations) at the Damodar Valley Corporation, Shri Chaitanya Prakash was selected by the board ahead of ten other contenders who were competing for the prestigious leadership role.

Shri Chaitanya Prakash brings a wealth of specialized expertise and extensive experience in power sector operations to his new appointment. Throughout his distinguished career at Damodar Valley Corporation, one of India’s oldest and largest multi-purpose river valley projects, he has successfully managed significant installed generation capacities. His proven track record in large-scale utility management is expected to drive operational excellence at NLC India Limited.

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NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh Gets Additional Charge as DVC Chairman.

Newsmantra — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:10:56 +0000

KOLKATA. Shri Gurdeep Singh, CMD of NTPC, has been given additional charge as Chairman of Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) effective June 1, 2026. He visited DVC Headquarters in Kolkata and reviewed operations.During the visit, Shri Singh interacted with DVC senior management to understand ongoing initiatives and the future roadmap of the organisation. Key discussions focused on power generation, transmission systems, and operational efficiency. He also met representatives of employees’ unions, who extended their greetings on his assumption of additional charge.

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DVC Organized O&M Conference: POWERING PROGRESS 2026

Newsmantra — Mon, 18 May 2026 13:28:35 +0000

KOLKATA. Damodar Valley Corporation successfully organized the two-day technical extravaganza — O&M Conference 2026: Powering Progress — on 14th & 15th May 2026 at Kolkata, centred around the theme “Integrating Green Initiatives & Thermal Excellence.”

The Conference brought together eminent experts, industry leaders, academicians, engineers, researchers and practitioners from across the nation and beyond to deliberate on the future of thermal power generation in an increasingly sustainable energy landscape.

The distinguished gathering was graced by several stalwarts of the power sector, including Shri Praveen Gupta, Member (Thermal), Central Electricity Authority ; Shri S. Suresh Kumar, IAS, Chairman, DVC; Shri Ujjwal Kanti Bhattacharya, MD, STEAG Energy Services(India) Pvt. Ltd. .; Shri Ravindra Kumar, Director (Operations), NTPC Ltd.; Shri Subrata Mandal, Director (O&M), The West Bengal Power Development Corporation Ltd.; Shri Brajesh Kumar Singh, MD (Generation),CESC , among many other eminent dignitaries.

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Geetha Shankar Speaks on PR and Communication Leadership at DVC Conclave

Newsmantra — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:49:13 +0000

KOKLATA. Ms Geetha Shankar, National President of the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI) and a TEDx speaker, addressed the Damodar Valley Corporation conclave “Pratyay 2025,” held recently in Kolkata. As the guest of honour and speaker, she shared her perspectives on emerging frontiers in public relations and communication leadership, highlighting the evolving role of strategic communication in organisations. She also lauded the enthusiastic participation of delegates and the strong collaboration among organisations associated with DVC, which contributed to the conclave’s success.

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DVC Introduces Cashless Medicine Purchase Facility for Employees

Newsmantra — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:24:20 +0000

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has launched a new cashless medicine purchase facility, marking a significant step toward enhancing employee healthcare support. The initiative was inaugurated by Shri S. Suresh Kumar, IAS, Chairman, DVC, in the presence of Board Members at DVC Towers. The facility enables employees to access prescribed medicines without upfront payment, ensures timely treatment, reduces paperwork through digital records, and simplifies billing through direct settlement between empanelled Frank Ross pharmacies and DVC. A total of 50 authorised outlets will provide this service, including doorstep delivery in Kolkata via WhatsApp at 91477 33373.

The scheme provides benefits to regular employees, dependents, retirees, spouses, FTEs, and casual or supply workers through cashless or discounted medicine purchases. It is also expected to lower DVC’s medical expenditure through standardised discounts on medicines and consumables. Overall, the initiative strengthens welfare measures, improves convenience, and enhances transparency and efficiency in healthcare support across the organisation.

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Coal India and DVC Form Joint Venture to Develop 1,600 MW Thermal Power Project in Jharkhand

Newsmantra — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:50:06 +0000

Coal India Limited, the country’s largest coal-producing PSU, has entered into a strategic 50:50 Joint Venture with Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) to develop a brownfield thermal power project at Chandrapura in Jharkhand. The Chandrapura Thermal Power Project will add 1,600 MW of supercritical capacity through two 800 MW units, bolstering India’s baseload power generation and supporting the nation’s energy transition goals. The MoU was signed by Shri Tushar Kumar, ED (Renewables), Coal India, and Shri Rajesh Kumar, ED (Distribution), DVC, in the presence of Chairman Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha, IAS; Shri S. Suresh Kumar, IAS, CMD, DVC; Shri Ashim Kumar Modi, JS & FA, MoC; Director (Business Development) Shri Asheesh Kumar; and other senior officials from both organisations.

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DVC’s Mejia Thermal Power Station Wins National Recognition for Fly Ash Utilisation

Newsmantra — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 08:19:14 +0000

Kolkata: Demonstrating its strong commitment to sustainability and environmental excellence, Team Mejia Thermal Power Station (MTPS) of the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has been honoured at the National Waste Management Summit, organised by the Centre for Enviro Excellence (CEE), New Delhi, under the category “Fly Ash Utilisation – Best Practices.” This prestigious award acknowledges DVC’s continuous efforts toward innovative and responsible utilisation of fly ash, reinforcing its dedication to sustainable operations and environmental stewardship. Ms. Kalyani Pyne, Senior Manager, MTPS, received the award on behalf of Team MTPS.

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DVC Participates in ISA Kolkata Section Charter Day Celebration

Newsmantra — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:37:04 +0000

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) proudly participated in the ISA Kolkata Section Charter Day Celebration held at Jadavpur University. During the event, our Member (Technical), Mr. S K Panda, delivered an engaging and insightful session on “Automation in DVC.”

Key highlights from the session include:

– Implementation of cutting-edge automation and advanced control systems in thermal power plants

– DVC’s significant contributions to the Green Energy Mission

– The crucial role of instrumentation in driving efficiency, reliability, and sustainability

At DVC, innovation and automation remain at the core of our journey towards operational excellence and sustainable energy solutions. Our commitment continues to be focused on leveraging technological advancements for a cleaner and more reliable energy future.

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