THDC India Limited (THDCIL), is a leading Power Sector and Profit-making sector enterprise and registered as a Public Limited Company in July 1988 under the Companies Act,1956. The Equity of the Company is shared between the NTPC and the Government of Uttar Pradesh. Presently, THDCIL has a portfolio of 09 projects in Hydro, Thermal, Wind and Solar. THDCIL, through its philanthropic arm SEWATHDC (a registered society) has consistently demonstrated its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by promoting inclusive growth and sustainable development.
Core of THDCIL CSR Policy
The CSR policy of THDCIL is built on the principles of equity, inclusion, and sustainability, aligning seamlessly with the company’s vision of fostering community empowerment while addressing environmental challenges. Under the broad umbrella of ‘THDC Sahridaya’ (Corporate with a Human Heart), THDCIL’s CSR initiatives are thoughtfully categorized into distinct focus areas, each addressing critical societal needs and promoting longterm sustainability.
The core focus areas of THDCIL’s CSR programs include:
- THDC Niramaya (Health) – Nutrition, Health and Sanitation and Drinking Water projects
- THDC Jagriti (Initiatives for a Bright future) – Education initiatives
- THDC Daksh (Skill) – Livelihood Generation and Skill development initiatives
- THDC Utthan (Progress)- Rural Development
- THDC Samarth (Empowerment)-Empowerment initiatives
- THDC Saksham (Capable) – Care of the aged and differently abled
- THDC Prakriti (Environment) – Environment protection initiatives
- THDC Virasat (Culture) – Art & Culture protection & promotion initiatives.
- THDC Krida (Sports) – Sports promotion initiatives
THDC NIRAMAYA: THDCIL has been running an allopathic dispensary in Tehri since 2014, and served over 8 lakh OPDs, with modern facilities such as a minor operation theatre, pathology lab, ECG, X-ray, on-call ambulance, and free medicines. It is significantly improving healthcare access.
THDCIL previously run similar multiple homeopathic dispensaries, offering free consultations and medicines, providing a lifeline to underprivileged people. Apart from the dispensary, THDCIL has provided various medical equipment’s such as Health ATM Machines for rural areas, which is in itself a modern health technology serving people and giving result instantly where pathology lab is situated at far flung. Moreover, The company has conducted 207 multi-specialty health camps, benefiting 34,287 individuals and restoring vision through 2,127 cataract surgeries.
Additionally, THDCIL periodically provides essential medical equipment to health institutions, including MRI Testing Unit, PRP machines, gynaecological chairs, wheelchairs, Zeiss Microscope Model:(OPML) Lumera 700 system and ELISA testing kits.
The Telemedicine Project in Tehri, with 40 centers linked to AIIMS Rishikesh, earned national recognition from Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi and won the E-Governance Award in 2019.
Innovative Water Solutions: Procured 15 ‘Meghdhoot’ atmospheric water generators for Government schools, addressing drinking water scarcity. Moreover, under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative, THDCIL constructed 2,069 school toilets to promote hygiene and sanitation among students in Uttarakhand.
THDC JAGRITI: THDC Institute of Hydro Power Engineering and Technology (THDC-IHET): The company established the THDC Institute of Hydro Power Engineering and Technology (THDC-IHET) at Tehri with an investment of `60 crore. It runs three schools serving over 900 underprivileged students. The company has enhanced infrastructure in government schools by providing fur-niture, books, and upgrading over 110 classrooms to smart classrooms.
THDC DAKSH: THDC Daksh has empowered more than 1,400 unemployed youth through skill training in trades like welding, hotel management, and nursing. A sanitary pad unit was established to support women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The company has adopted two Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Chamba, Tehri, and Gopeshwar, Chamoli, facilitating infrastructure development and skill training.
THDC SAMARTH: The THDC SAMARTH initiative has touched thousands of lives: THDCIL has conducted 145 computer training courses and 189 tailoring and beautician programs, benefiting more than 7,000 women. Additionally, the company has established a sanitary pad production unit for Self-help groups, promoting women’s health and economic empowerment.
THDC PRAKRITI: Preserving the Environment THDCIL understands that sustainable development hinges on environmental conservation. The company has implemented several eco-friendly programs. THDCIL has established EV charging stations, planted over 2.6 lakh trees including medicinal plants, built 1,000+ rainwater harvesting tanks, Chal-Khal trenches, and the modernization of water mills (Gharats), and promoted clean lighting with 2,418 solar streetlights. THDCIL has implemented water conservation measures, including Chal-Khal trenches, rainwater harvesting tanks, and the modernization of water mills (Gharats). Iconic areas in Rishikesh now shine under THDCIL’s LED lighting projects.
THDC UTTHAN: Strengthening Infrastructure THDCIL has been instrumental in strengthening infrastructure through various development projects including: Construction of community centers, Yatri sheds, tin sheds, pathways, and irrigation canals in remote and underserved areas. These initiatives have significantly improved the quality of life for local communities.
Conclusion: Through its integrated, inclusive, and impactful CSR efforts, THDCIL is shaping not just infrastructure, but lives. From health and education to women empowerment, environment, and rural upliftment, THDCIL stands as a beacon of national development, committed to the vision of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” and truly building a Sashakt Bharat.
