Gurugram: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, organised a walkathon at its Corporate Centre in Gurugram as part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026. The initiative aimed to promote integrity, transparency, accountability and ethical conduct among employees and the wider community.
The walkathon was organised on October 30, 2026, during the week-long observance being held from October 26 to November 1, 2026. This year’s theme is “Probity for Prosperity”, highlighting the importance of ethical values and accountability in achieving sustainable development and national prosperity.
POWERGRID Walkathon Led by CMD Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra
The walkathon was led by Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of POWERGRID.
Several senior officials and employees participated in the event, including:
- Dr. Yatindra Dwivedi, Director (Personnel).
- Naveen Srivastava, Director (Operations).
- Amol Taori, Director (Finance).
- Akhilesh Pathak, Director (Projects).
- Naveen Kumar, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO).
- Pankaj Pandey, Officer on Special Duty (Operations).
- Sanjay Kumar Gupta, Deputy Chief Vigilance Officer.
Students from Amity International School, Sector 46, Gurugram, also joined the walkathon, extending the message of integrity and ethical responsibility to young participants.
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Nukkad Natak Organised at IFFCO Chowk to Promote Ethical Conduct
As part of the awareness activities, POWERGRID also organised a street play (nukkad natak) at IFFCO Chowk, Gurugram.
The performance focused on spreading awareness about integrity, transparency and ethical behaviour. It highlighted the importance of combating corruption and promoting probity in public life.
The initiative aimed to sensitise employees and members of the public about their individual and collective responsibility in preventing corruption and encouraging ethical practices in professional and public life.
POWERGRID Reaffirms Commitment to Probity for Prosperity
Through the walkathon and other awareness activities, POWERGRID reiterated its commitment to building a workplace culture based on honesty, fairness, transparency and accountability.
The initiative highlighted that maintaining integrity is a shared responsibility and that collective efforts are essential to creating a corruption-free society.
During Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, POWERGRID is also conducting various awareness and outreach programmes across its establishments nationwide. These activities are aimed at strengthening ethical values, encouraging responsible conduct and promoting good governance.
The company continues to emphasise the importance of making integrity an essential part of everyday life and contributing to the vision of a transparent, accountable and prosperous India.
POWERGRID Transmission Network and Operational Performance
Alongside its focus on corporate governance and vigilance, POWERGRID continues to play a significant role in strengthening India’s electricity transmission infrastructure.
As of September 30, 2026, the combined transmission assets of POWERGRID and its subsidiaries included:
- Transmission Lines: 1,87,576 circuit kilometres (ckm).
- Substations: 293.
- Transformation Capacity: 6,49,116 MVA.
- Average Transmission System Availability: 99.81%.
These figures reflect the scale of the company’s transmission network and its role in supporting reliable electricity transmission across the country.
About Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It is primarily engaged in electricity transmission and operates a large nationwide transmission network. The company plays a key role in strengthening India’s power infrastructure, improving grid reliability and supporting the efficient transfer of electricity across regions.
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