NEEPCO celebrates 50th Foundation Day in city
SHILLONG, April 2: NEEPCO celebrated its 50th foundation day on Wednesday at its Corporate Office in Shillong and across all its plants and locations. Addressing the gathering in Shillong, CMD Gurdeep Singh emphasised that the celebrations should continue across all locations to foster a sense of pride and belonging as NEEPCO embarks on its golden journey. Speaking on the planning and execution of new projects, he assured that NTPC would support NEEPCO at every step, encouraging the organisation to move forward with confidence, free from constraints. He also congratulated the employees for securing an excellent rating for two consecutive years and urged them to maintain the outstanding track record. Reflecting on the hoisting of the 100-foot high-mast National Flag at the NEEPCO Complex in Laitkor, the CMD called upon employees to take pride in the flag and draw inspiration from it to contribute to the progress of NEEPCO, the power sector, and the nation. In his welcome speech, Director (Projects) expressed gratitude to all employees, calling them the backbone of NEEPCO. As the organisation stands on the threshold of 50 years, he urged everyone to pause, reflect, and honour the contributions of those who came before them. He expressed confidence that, just as NEEPCO has navigated numerous challenges together, it will continue to reach new heights under the leadership of the CMD. As part of the celebrations, awards were presented for best-performing plants.
Ri-Bhoi DC directs govt staff to surrender NFSA ration cards
NONGPOH, April 2: The Deputy Commissioner (Supply), Ri-Bhoi, has issued a notice, directing all government employees, including deficit and ad hoc teachers, holding NFSA Ration Cards (AAY/PHH category) to surrender them by April 30. The issuance of these ration cards was based on the 2011 Socio-Economic Caste Census, and over the past 14 years, many beneficiaries have secured government employment. As per regulations, government employees are ineligible for NFSA ration cards. Therefore, all such individuals are urged to return their cards within the deadline, ensuring that benefits reach the genuine poor, needy families, labourers and persons with disabilities. The Office of the Deputy Commissioner (Supply) is also compiling a list of government employees who continue to hold ration cards. Those failing to surrender their cards within the given timeframe may face legal action.