Kaniha, : NTPC Kaniha continues its commitment to the socio-economic development of project-affected and nearby villages through its extensive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. In a significant step towards enhancing community infrastructure, NTPC Kaniha constructed and handed over a newly built community centre at Hariharpur village, located in the Kaniha Block of Angul District, Odisha. The community centre has been constructed an an investment of Rs 40 Lakh. The gram Panchayat comes under Mine Void affected area and is important village for success of mine void project.
The inauguration ceremony was held on 1st September, 2024 with great enthusiasm and graced by the esteemed presence of Shri Rudra Narayan Pany, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Dhenkanal, Odisha), as the Chief Guest. Also present were Shri Ashok Mohanty, Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Pallahara, and Shri Ashok Kumar Sehgal, Head of Project, NTPC Kaniha, who played a pivotal role in this initiative.
The ceremony was also attended by other dignitaries including Shri Navneet Kumar, Head of HR, NTPC Kaniha, Shri Suresh Chandra Behera, Additional General Manager (AHD), Smt. Sujita Rath, Additional General Manager (HR), and Smt. Deeptimayee Pradhan, Sarpanch of Hariharpur Gram Panchayat and other officials of NTPC. The event witnessed active participation from the villagers, who expressed their gratitude and excitement for this new facility.
During his address, the Chief Guest, Shri Rudra Narayan Pany, praised NTPC Kaniha for its consistent and impactful efforts in promoting the socio-economic development of the region. He emphasized the importance of such initiatives in fostering community well-being and enhancing the quality of life for the residents of project-affected villages.
Shri Ashok Mohanty, MLA Pallahara, highlighted the multifaceted utility of the newly constructed community hall, noting that it will serve as a venue for various cultural activities, meetings, weddings, and other social events.
Shri Ashok Kumar Sehgal, Head of Project, NTPC Kaniha, reiterated NTPC’s steadfast commitment to the development of the surrounding areas. He pointed out that NTPC is actively engaged in several key areas, including education, healthcare, water and sanitation, rural infrastructure development, and skill enhancement, all aimed at fostering sustainable growth in the region.
The dignitaries also appreciated solar powered drinking water system installed by NTPC Kaniha beside the community centre to meet the drinking water requirement of the village.
The newly constructed community hall is expected to serve as a hub for various community activities, meetings, and social gatherings, thereby strengthening the social fabric of Hariharpur village. This initiative reflects NTPC Kaniha’s ongoing commitment to fulfilling its social responsibilities and contributing to the holistic development of the regions where it operates.