NTPC Bongaigaon successfully concludes Girl Empowerment Mission 2025
PRESS RELEASE
NTPC Bongaigaon concluded the four-week-long Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) 2025 under Prime Minister’s flagship program “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao” on 30th July,2025 with a vibrant cultural evening and formal de-registration ceremony at the NTPC Salakati township. The initiative aimed to empower 40 young girls from nearby communities through structured academic inputs, personality development, life skills training, and exposure to real-world experiences.
The valedictory ceremony was graced by Shri Arindam Sinha, Regional Executive Director (ER-II), NTPC Limited as the Chief Guest. In his address, Shri Sinha praised GEM as a shining example of NTPC’s ongoing commitment to driving positive societal change and enabling young girls to discover and realize their full potential. He applauded the exceptional talent of the participants, who captivated the audience with a rich display of cultural performances.
On this occasion Shri Arnab Maitra, Head of Project, NTPC Bongaigaon highlighted the importance of providing holistic experiences to the girls. He emphasized how outbound learning opportunities, creative endeavours, and interactive sessions during the four-week stay enriched their personal growth. He also extended heartfelt gratitude to parents, teachers, and the district administration for their continued support. Adding to the moment, NTPC Bongaigaon facilitated the distribution of bicycles to the girls, supporting their journey towards independence and accessibility.
Smt. Rupali Sinha, President of Vasudha Mahila Mandal (ER-II), commended NTPC Bongaigaon for its thoughtful planning and praised the Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club for their active involvement in ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment throughout the course of the program.
Since the inception of the GEM program at NTPC Bongaigaon in 2022, a total of 160 girls have benefited from the initiative, with 40 girls enrolled each year. At the national level, NTPC’s Girl Empowerment Mission, launched in 2018, has successfully empowered more than 11,000 girls across India, making it a landmark program in the company’s corporate social responsibility efforts.
