Excelsior Correspondent
NEW Delhi, Nov 6: To commemorate 50 years of NHPC, Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs released a Commemorative Coin of 50 Rupees, in a function held here today.
The coin was released in the presence of Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India, Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC and Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC.
While congratulating NHPC Limited on this occasion, the Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs said, “The release of Commemorative Coin by Government of India is a recognition of NHPC’s enduring legacy and its strategic contribution to India’s energy self-reliance. This Commemorative Coin honours its remarkable journey of resilience, innovation and service to the nation.”
The Union Minister also released a special publication, a comic book titled “Chhota Bheem aur Bada Bandh” which has been created based on ‘Chhota Bheem’ and his supporting characters, with the aim of conveying the message of importance and benefits of hydropower to the children and the general public through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations.
Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Union Minister for his valuable guidance and support.
In his address, Gupta said that the Government of India’s release of a Commemorative Rs 50 Coin on the occasion of NHPC’s Golden Jubilee stands as a tribute to the organization’s illustrious journey and its pivotal contribution towards achieving the nation’s energy self-reliance.
“This landmark initiative not only recognizes NHPC’s exceptional accomplishments but also serves as a lasting source of inspiration for continued excellence in the years to come,” he said.
Gupta also thanked Ministry of Power for their continuous cooperation & guidance.
NHPC Limited, India’s Premier Hydropower Navratna Company under the Ministry of Power, is marking a momentous milestone- completing 50 years of its establishment on 7th November 2025.
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