New Delhi: NTPC Vindhyachal has received the prestigious World Safety Organization (WSO) India Occupational Health, Safety and Environment (OHS&E) Award 2026 in the Platinum (Five-Star Category) for the third consecutive year. The award was presented at a ceremony held in Mumbai on October 13, 2026.
V. H. Rao Maddipatla, AGM (Safety), received the award on behalf of NTPC Vindhyachal. The recognition highlights the station’s continued commitment to workplace safety and its efforts to maintain a safe working environment for more than 850 employees and 6,700 contract workers at India’s largest thermal power plant.
NTPC Vindhyachal Recognised for Excellence in Workplace Safety
The consecutive recognition reflects NTPC Vindhyachal’s sustained focus on occupational health and safety, workforce awareness and the implementation of proactive safety measures across its operations.
The award also highlights the station’s efforts to strengthen safety practices and promote a culture in which the well-being of employees and contract workers remains a priority.
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NTPC Vindhyachal ED Highlights Teamwork and Safety Initiatives
Congratulating Team Vindhyachal on the achievement, Kishore Kumar Hota, Executive Director (Vindhyachal), attributed the recognition to the collective dedication of employees, continuous workforce training and proactive safety initiatives implemented across departments.
He emphasised that safety is a shared responsibility and an integral part of the station’s operational culture. He also highlighted the importance of collective efforts in maintaining high safety standards and ensuring a secure working environment for everyone at the plant.
Three Consecutive Years of Safety Recognition
Winning the WSO India OHS&E Award in the Platinum (Five-Star Category) for three consecutive years reinforces NTPC Vindhyachal’s commitment to maintaining high standards of occupational health, safety and environmental management.
The achievement underscores the station’s continued efforts to:
- Strengthen workplace safety practices across operations.
- Promote regular workforce training and safety awareness.
- Encourage employee participation in safety initiatives.
- Maintain a safe, healthy and sustainable working environment.
The recognition further highlights the importance of a proactive safety culture in large-scale power generation operations, where protecting employees and contract workers is essential to operational excellence.
About NTPC Vindhyachal
NTPC Vindhyachal, located in Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, is a major coal-based thermal power station operated by NTPC Limited, India’s largest integrated power utility. The station plays a significant role in electricity generation and continues to focus on operational efficiency, workplace safety and sustainable power generation.
