New Delhi: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) celebrated its 62nd Foundation Day, marking 62 years of contribution to India’s industrial and infrastructure development. The occasion also featured the presentation of the company’s prestigious Excel Awards to recognise the outstanding contributions of employees from various BHEL units.
Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma, Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Steel, attended the celebrations as the Chief Guest. The event was also attended by Sandeep Poundrik, Secretary (Steel and Heavy Industries); Nigar Fatima Husain, Additional Secretary and Financial Adviser, Ministry of Commerce and Industry; Vijay Mittal, Joint Secretary (Heavy Industries); K. Sadashiv Murthy, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), BHEL; directors, the Chief Vigilance Officer, former CMDs and directors of BHEL, and other officers and employees.
BHEL Foundation Day Marks 62 Years of Nation-Building
Addressing the gathering, Minister of State Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma said BHEL’s journey since its establishment in 1964 reflects perseverance, engineering excellence and a strong commitment to nation-building.
He highlighted BHEL’s significant contribution to India’s power sector, noting that the company’s generating sets account for more than half of the country’s installed thermal power capacity.
The Minister also said BHEL is playing an important role in realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.
Appreciating the CMD, the Board and employees for the company’s remarkable turnaround, he congratulated the Excel Award winners for demonstrating BHEL’s commitment to quality and innovation.
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BHEL Excel Awards Presented to 25 Teams and 131 Employees
A major highlight of the Foundation Day celebrations was the presentation of Excel Awards to 25 teams comprising 131 employees from different BHEL units.
The awards were presented by the Minister of State and Secretary (Steel and Heavy Industries), Sandeep Poundrik. The awards recognised outstanding contributions across several areas of organisational performance, technical excellence and social responsibility.
The award categories included:
- Utkrishthta Puraskar: For all-round excellence.
- Utkrisht Takniki Prakashan Puraskar: For publishing technical papers, booklets and books.
- Anusandhan Puraskar: For contributions to research and development.
- Grahak Santushti Puraskar: For customer satisfaction.
- Utpadakata Puraskar: For improving productivity.
- Paryavaran Puraskar: For contributions towards environmental protection.
- Samaj Seva Puraskar: For outstanding contributions to society.
The BHEL Excel Awards scheme is an organisation-wide initiative that recognises employees for their overall excellence and contributions to the company’s growth and profitability, as well as their efforts towards society.
Each team member receives a certificate, medal and citation, while each team also receives a cash prize.
Secretary Sandeep Poundrik Emphasises Manufacturing Excellence and R&D
Speaking at the event, Sandeep Poundrik, Secretary (Steel and Heavy Industries), appreciated BHEL’s contribution to nation-building and acknowledged the efforts of its employees and key stakeholders, including customers and suppliers.
He noted that BHEL’s strong order book reflects the confidence customers have in the company. However, he also highlighted the challenges associated with executing the orders effectively.
Poundrik urged the company to focus on achieving manufacturing excellence, strengthening research and development with commercial viability, and ensuring effective knowledge transfer.
He also emphasised BHEL’s important role in supporting India’s energy transition and strengthening the country’s industrial capabilities.
BHEL CMD Highlights Strong Order Book and Employee Contributions
Earlier, welcoming the dignitaries, BHEL CMD K. Sadashiv Murthy said the company had registered encouraging performance, supported by a robust order book.
He outlined the measures undertaken by BHEL to strengthen its capabilities and highlighted important milestones achieved in its core businesses, as well as in diversified and strategic sectors. These developments, he said, provide a strong foundation for the company’s continued contribution to nation-building.
Acknowledging employees as BHEL’s greatest strength, the CMD said the Excel Awards recognise exceptional work that has helped reduce costs and cycle time, save materials and improve product quality.
He expressed confidence that the award winners would inspire more employees to contribute to the company’s journey towards excellence.
Cultural Programme Marks BHEL Foundation Day Celebrations
The 62nd Foundation Day celebrations also featured a cultural programme presented by BHEL employees and their children, adding to the occasion’s celebrations.
The event highlighted the company’s six-decade contribution to India’s industrial growth while recognising the role of its workforce in strengthening its performance, innovation and future capabilities.
About Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is a leading Indian engineering and manufacturing public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Established in 1964, the company provides products, systems and services across sectors including power, industry, transportation and infrastructure. BHEL plays an important role in supporting India’s energy requirements, industrial development and self-reliance in manufacturing.
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