Sipat : NTPC Sipat celebrated Gandhi Jayanti and the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri with reverence and enthusiasm on October 2. The occasion featured a series of programmes focusing on cleanliness, public participation, employee welfare, appreciation of sanitation workers and inclusive development.
The programme commenced with Vikas Khare, General Manager (Engineering), NTPC Sipat, paying floral tributes to the portraits of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. He also administered the cleanliness pledge to officers, employees and representatives of partner agencies present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Khare urged everyone to imbibe the values of simplicity, humility, dedicated leadership and service to the nation exemplified by Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. Referring to the cleanliness campaign based on the theme “Participation in Cleanliness, Clean India, Developed India,” he emphasised that every individual has an important role to play in maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings and contributing to the vision of a cleaner India.
Sports Festival Organised for Contract Workers
As part of the Gandhi Jayanti celebrations, Khelkud Mahotsav-2026 was organised at the Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium at NTPC Sipat for contract workers.
The sports festival was organised to acknowledge the valuable contribution, hard work and dedication of contract workers towards the smooth functioning of NTPC Sipat. The event also aimed to strengthen team spirit, camaraderie and a sense of togetherness among the participating workers.
The festival was inaugurated by Vikas Khare, General Manager (Engineering). Around 15 sporting events were organised during the programme, including Kick the Ball, Hit the Stump, Shot Put, Hold the Bricks and Back Race. More than 300 contract workers participated enthusiastically in the various competitions.
The participants displayed considerable enthusiasm and sporting spirit throughout the event. At the conclusion of the festival, all participants were presented with mementoes, while the winners of various competitions were felicitated and awarded by the chief guests.
The successful organisation of the sports festival was supported by local unions, associations and the Sports Council, whose active participation contributed to the smooth conduct of the event.
Safai Mitras Felicitated Under ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’
A special felicitation programme was also organised under the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ initiative, with a focus on public participation and awareness towards cleanliness.
The Safai Mitras (sanitation workers) who play a crucial role in keeping the NTPC Sipat premises clean and well-maintained were specially honoured for their continuous efforts and contribution. General Managers and Heads of Departments presented mementoes to the Safai Mitras as a gesture of appreciation and gratitude for their dedicated service.
The initiative highlighted the importance of recognising the contribution of sanitation workers, whose daily efforts are instrumental in maintaining a clean, hygienic and healthy work environment.
Senior Officials and Employees Attend Programme
The celebrations were attended by Lingam Venkat Reddy, General Manager (Maintenance), Bhakt Batsal Patra, Head (Human Resources), along with other senior officials, representatives of unions and associations, Safai Mitras and a large number of employees.
The programmes organised at NTPC Sipat reflected the organisation’s emphasis on cleanliness, employee welfare, inclusivity, community participation and teamwork. Through the Gandhi Jayanti celebrations, NTPC Sipat also reiterated the importance of collective responsibility in promoting cleanliness and recognising the contribution of every section of the workforce towards the efficient functioning and development of the organisation.
