NTPC Honours The Achievements Of Women Professionals Of The Organisation

NTPC Western Region-I Headquarters, Mumbai, celebrated International Women’s Day with great enthusiasm, recognising and honouring the achievements of women in the organisation. The event commenced with the ceremonial welcome of the esteemed Navy Commander (Name not disclosed) by the Regional Executive Director (West-I), Kamlesh Soni.

The Regional Head of HR (West-I), Ms Vandana Chaturvedi, set the tone for the event by welcoming all esteemed guests and participants. In her address, she highlighted the challenges faced by women in the workplace and commended NTPC’s efforts in creating a safe, inclusive and empowering work environment for women. She remarked, “Women have historically faced numerous challenges in professional spaces, but organisations like NTPC have consistently worked towards creating a safe, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment for women. Our initiatives and policies ensure that every woman has the opportunity to excel without barriers.”

Following the welcome address, a talk session was conducted with the Navy Commander, moderated by Ms Kanchan Priya, Senior Manager, C&M. The session delved into the Commander’s inspiring journey in the Navy, highlighting the evolving role of women in the defence sector. She shared insights into the resilience, leadership, and adaptability required to thrive in a traditionally male-dominated field, inspiring the audience with her experiences.

Soni addressed the gathering and commended the contributions of women in NTPC. He particularly highlighted the NTPC Mouda Project, which stands as an exemplary station with the highest number of women employees. “The dedication and commitment of our women workforce have been instrumental in NTPC’s success. The increasing participation of women in NTPC exemplifies our commitment to gender diversity,” he said.

The celebration continued with the recognition of outstanding women professionals through various awards. A total of 29 entries were received from NTPC projects for these accolades and the winners were as follows:

Inspiring Professional Women Award:

 Gold– Ms Kanchan Priya, Senior Manager, C&M (WR-I HQ)
 Silver– Ms Shikha Chauhan, Assistant Chemist (NTPC Mouda)
 Bronze – Ms Abha

Inspiring Women Engineer Award:

 Gold– Ms Bhavya Permulla, Assistant Manager (NTPC Mouda)
 Silver– Ms Gauri Palshikar, Assistant Executive (NTPC WR-I HQ)
 Bronze– Ms Ankita Sahu, Deputy Manager (NTPC Solapur)

Inspiring Women Leader Award:

 Gold – Ms Kamaraju Vijaya, Chief Medical Officer (NTPC Kawas)
 Silver– Dr Premlata Kurkanji, Chief Medical Officer (NTPC Kawas)
 Bronze– Ms Raksha Singh, Deputy General Manager (NTPC Kawas)

Torchbearer Award for Encouraging Women:

• Gold- Ms Sakshi Kumari
• Silver- Ms Vertika Kulshreshta
• Bronze- Ms Andal R

Ms Kanchan Priya, the gold awardee in the Inspiring Professional Women category, expressed her gratitude, stating, “It is truly an honour to be recognised on such a prestigious platform. NTPC has empowered women like me to break barriers and excel in our respective domains. This event reaffirms the organisation’s commitment to fostering a culture of equality and excellence.”

Following the award ceremony, an insightful talk session was conducted by external faculty from Silver Oak, Ms Vibha Chopra. The session focused on leadership, resilience and strategies for women to navigate challenges in professional environments. She emphasised the importance of continuous learning, confidence, and mentorship in driving personal and professional growth.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks, leaving everyone inspired and motivated to continue championing gender inclusivity in the workplace. NTPC WR-I Headquarters remains committed to recognising and supporting women in their professional endeavours and ensuring a brighter, more inclusive future for all.