NTPC Talcher Super Thermal Power Station, Kaniha celebrated its 28th Foundation Day on June 2.
On this occasion, plant’s Executive Director NK Kothari as chief guest hoisted the NTPC flag at the administrative building of the power station in presence of employees of the station to celebrate the special day.
On June 2, 1989, the foundation stone Talcher Super Thermal power station was laid by former Prime Minister late Rajiv Gandhi. Kothari conveyed good wishes to the employees for completion of 27 years of power station.
Speaking on the plants’ performance, he said NTPC Talcher Kaniha station has achieved a plant load factor (PlF) of 90.95 per cent during the current fiscal year. With excellent PlF, the station was ranked 3rd best power station in the country and adjudged as 3rd best power station among the NTPC power stations during last fiscal year. The improvement in station’s performance is attributed to hard work and committed efforts of the employees, said Kothari. He elaborated the CSR activities conducted by the station for the welfare of the local community.
Kothari inaugurated a Visitor’s Room for comfort of company guests visiting the power station. later, he also inaugurated a gymnasium at administrative building. He hoped all the employees will use the gymnasium for promoting physical fitness in their day-to-day life.
Kothari appreciated employees who won accolades in National CII QC event and Odisha State level QC meet. He also appreciated the efforts of various units like CISF, including Fire Wing and other agencies, for their efforts in making the plant safe and accident free. A colourful cultural musical programme was held.