By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| In a momentous celebration of its five-decade-long journey, NHPC Limited — India’s premier hydropower Navratna company under the Ministry of Power — marked its 50th anniversary with the release of a ₹50 Commemorative Coin by Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, at New Delhi on 6th November 2025. The event was graced by Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, and Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC.

Extending his greetings to NHPC Limited, the Union Minister lauded the organization’s invaluable contribution to the nation’s energy self-reliance and sustainable development. He said that the release of the Commemorative Coin by the Government of India is a recognition of NHPC’s enduring legacy, resilience, and innovation in shaping India’s clean energy future.

Adding to the celebrations, the Union Minister also unveiled a special publication — a comic book titled “Chhota Bheem aur Bada Bandh” — designed to educate children and the general public on the importance and benefits of hydropower through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations featuring the beloved character Chhota Bheem.

On this historic occasion, Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Union Minister and the Ministry of Power for their consistent guidance and support. He remarked that the Government’s gesture of releasing a Commemorative ₹50 Coin on NHPC’s Golden Jubilee is a proud tribute to the organization’s glorious journey and its pivotal role in driving India’s energy independence. He added that this symbolic recognition will inspire NHPC to continue its pursuit of excellence in the years ahead.

Over the past five decades, NHPC has evolved into a cornerstone of India’s power sector, executing landmark hydropower projects in some of the country’s most challenging terrains. Expanding beyond hydropower, NHPC has diversified into solar, wind, and green hydrogen, reinforcing its identity as a 100% Green Energy Company.

With an installed capacity of over 8,333 MW from 30 power stations and 14 projects under construction with a combined capacity exceeding 9,700 MW, NHPC continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s energy security and advancing its transition toward clean, green, and sustainable power.

The Golden Jubilee marks not just a celebration of NHPC’s achievements but also a reaffirmation of its unwavering commitment to powering the nation’s progress through innovation, sustainability, and excellence.