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Renowned Technocrat and Former NTPC Director SMC Pillai Passes Away

Newsmantra — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:06:19 +0000

Bhopal. Mr. SMC Pillai, the former Director of NTPC Limited and a visionary leader in India’s power sector, breathed his last today at 10:30 AM. He passed away peacefully at his son’s residence in Bhopal.

A distinguished Mechanical Engineer from the 1962 batch of NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad, Mr. Pillai’s career was marked by immense contributions that shaped NTPC into a global power major. Known for his technical brilliance and holistic leadership, he played a pivotal role in the organization’s growth, spanning engineering, operations, and strategic management.

Beyond his professional accolades, Mr. Pillai is remembered by his colleagues and juniors as an energetic, smiling, and innovative mentor. Many recall him as a lively presence on interview panels—specifically for the early Executive Trainee (ET) batches—where his interactions were characterized by encouragement rather than scrutiny. To many who joined NTPC under his guidance, he was not just a director but a true leader who led by example.

He is survived by his son, Dr. Prashant Pillai, who serves as the Vice Chancellor of a private dental university in Bhopal. The last rites for the departed soul will be held the day after tomorrow in Bhopal.

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NTPC Bongaigaon Wins Regional Award for Innovative Site Digitization App

Newsmantra — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:51:00 +0000

BONGAIGAON. NTPC Bongaigaon has secured the prestigious Regional Professional Circle Award (ER-II) for its groundbreaking digital initiative, “SAHAYOGEE – Synchronising the Site Digitally.” The award-winning project, developed by Shri Uddipan Pal and Shri Satyam Boral, features a mobile application designed to enhance operational transparency by digitizing site activities such as material tracking, equipment history, and safety documentation. Presented by Regional Executive Director Shri Arindam Sinha, this achievement underscores the station’s commitment to grassroots innovation and operational excellence. Following this regional success, the team is set to represent NTPC Bongaigaon at the Corporate Level Professional Circle Meet to compete on the organization’s highest national platform.

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CMD GAIL India Honoured with Pride of Indian Public Sector Award

Newsmantra — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:21:53 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri Sandeep Kumar Gupta, CMD, GAIL (India) Limited, has been honoured with the prestigious “Pride of Indian Public Sector Award” by The Public Relations Society of India (PRSI).

This recognition celebrates his visionary leadership, unwavering commitment, and remarkable contributions in steering GAIL India, the country’s leading Maharatna PSU, towards sustained growth and excellence.

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