Kokrajhar: In a step towards promoting women’s health and empowerment, NTPC Bongaigaon has donated seven sanitary napkin incinerators under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. The initiative, carried out in collaboration with the District Administration, Kokrajhar, and the Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club, included five units installed at Bodoland University and two at Kokrajhar University.
Supporting Women’s Health on Campus
The installation programme was attended by Kabita Deka, ACS, Additional District Commissioner, Kokrajhar; Kasturi Maitra, President, Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club; Dr. Subung Basumatary, Registrar, Bodoland University; Debaleena Das, DGM (HR), NTPC Bongaigaon, and officials from the CSR team.
On the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) B.L. Ahuja, Vice Chancellor of Bodoland University, expressed gratitude to NTPC for its meaningful support. He highlighted that such efforts contribute to creating a safe, healthy, and enabling campus environment for women students.
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Promoting Hygiene and Breaking Taboos
Dignitaries present at the event underlined the importance of this initiative in ensuring hygienic and eco-friendly disposal of menstrual waste. They stressed that access to sanitary napkin incinerators will help address menstrual health challenges, break existing taboos, and encourage young women to pursue their education with dignity and confidence.
Strengthening CSR for Inclusive Development
This initiative is part of NTPC Bongaigaon’s broader focus on health, education, and sustainable community development in the Bodoland Territorial Region. By working closely with the District Administration and local organizations, NTPC continues to extend its CSR outreach, fostering inclusive growth and social well-being.
About NTPC
NTPC Limited, India’s largest integrated power company, was established in 1975 and is headquartered in New Delhi. With an installed capacity of over 76 GW, NTPC plays a pivotal role in India’s energy sector. Through its extensive CSR initiatives, the company continues to support healthcare, education, skill development, and environmental sustainability projects across the nation.
