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Centre Appoints West Bengal Cadre IAS Officer Rajesh Pandey as New Chairman of Damodar Valley Corporation

Newsmantra — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:00:06 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Central Government has appointed senior 1995-batch IAS officer Rajesh Pandey of the West Bengal cadre as the new Chairman of the Damodar Valley Corporation. Officially approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, the appointment order was formally issued by the Department of Personnel and Training.

Pandey, who is currently serving as the Additional Chief Secretary in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles Department of the West Bengal government, will lead the public sector undertaking for a five-year term or until he reaches the age of superannuation, whichever occurs earlier.

His transition to the helm of Damodar Valley Corporation is highly significant given the organization’s critical role in managing power generation and infrastructure across Jharkhand and West Bengal. This leadership transition follows the retirement of the previous permanent DVC Chairman, S. Suresh Kumar, on May 31. Following his exit, NTPC Chairman and Managing Director Gurdeep Singh had assumed additional charge of the top post for a two-month interim period, which is scheduled to conclude on July 31, paving the way for Pandey to take over his new responsibilities shortly.

Damodar Valley Corporation Marks 79th Foundation Day with ‘Ideacon Book’ Launch and Welfare Initiatives

Newsmantra — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:20:41 +0000

KOLKATA. Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) celebrated its 79th Foundation Day in Kolkata, marking a significant milestone in the Corporation’s journey and reflecting on its decades of achievements. The grand event featured a special Rewards & Recognition (R&R) ceremony that honored employees for their outstanding contributions during the financial year 2025–26. A key highlight of the celebration was the unveiling of the DVC Ideacon Book, a unique compilation showcasing employee innovations and creative solutions.

The event commenced with a warm welcome address by Dr. D.V. Rajan, Additional Secretary, DVC, who formally greeted the dignitaries and the gathering.

In his address to the employees and guests, Chairman Shri Gurdeep Singh outlined a futuristic vision for the Corporation, targeting a total power generation capacity of 7.6 GW by the year 2032. This ambitious expansion blueprint will heavily focus on scaling up DVC’s capabilities across thermal, hydro, and non-conventional floating solar energy sectors. Aligning the celebrations with social responsibility, the DVC Women’s Association extended support to the community by making meaningful donations to various NGOs and old-age homes. The memorable evening concluded on a high note with a captivating cultural performance by legendary singer Usha Uthup and her troupe.

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.

D V C National Cyber Security Awareness Drive

Newsmantra — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:23:55 +0000

A series of Cyber Security posters were unveiled by Shri S. Suresh Kumar, IAS (Chairman, DVC), Shri Swapnendu Kumar Panda (Member Technical), Shri Arup Sarkar (Member Finance), and Executive Directors at DVC Towers, Kolkata, reaffirming DVC’s proactive approach towards strengthening digital security.

With the growing importance of online safety, DVC remains steadfast in its commitment to creating a secure and resilient digital ecosystem.

Let’s work together to stay vigilant, safeguard our data, and promote cyber awareness across all levels.

Stay informed, stay secure!

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