New Delhi: NLC India Limited has strengthened its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives by donating a fully equipped Life Support Ambulance to the Sambalpur District Administration in Odisha. The initiative, carried out through its Talabira II & III Open Cast Project, aims to improve emergency medical response and enhance healthcare access for local communities.
The ambulance was officially flagged off on May 9, 2026, by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan during a ceremony held in Sambalpur.
Strengthening Emergency Healthcare in Odisha
The CSR initiative is designed to provide faster and more efficient emergency medical services to residents of the region.
Key Objectives of the Initiative:
- Improve emergency healthcare response in rural and mining areas
- Enhance accessibility to life-saving medical transport
- Support district healthcare infrastructure
- Strengthen public health services in Sambalpur region
The fully equipped ambulance will serve as a critical resource for handling medical emergencies in remote areas.
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Dignitaries Attend Flag-Off Ceremony in Sambalpur
The event was attended by several prominent leaders and officials, including:
- Rabi Narayan Naik
- Jayanarayan Mishra
- Senior officials from NLC India Limited, including Executive Director and Project Head of Talabira II & III OCP
The leaders appreciated NLC India’s continued contribution to community welfare and regional development through impactful CSR programmes.
CSR Efforts Focused on Community Development
NLC India Limited continues to focus on improving the quality of life in areas surrounding its operational projects. Its CSR initiatives include healthcare support, education, infrastructure development, and community welfare programmes. Officials emphasized that such initiatives play a key role in bridging healthcare gaps in underserved regions.
Coordination for Smooth Implementation
The CSR project was successfully coordinated by senior officials from NLC India’s HR and CSR departments along with district administration representatives. The collaboration ensured smooth execution of the programme and effective deployment of the ambulance service in the region.
About NLC India
NLC India Limited is a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India engaged in lignite mining and power generation. Headquartered in Neyveli, Tamil Nadu, the company plays a major role in India’s energy sector while also undertaking CSR initiatives focused on healthcare, education, infrastructure, and sustainable community development across multiple states.
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