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BONGAIGAON, APRIL 30, 2026

NTPC Limited has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the District Administration of Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya, for the establishment of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) laboratories in 27 government schools across the district under its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative for Northeast India.

The agreement, formalised on April 30, 2026, marks a significant milestone in strengthening educational infrastructure and promoting experiential learning among students in the region.

The MoA was signed in the presence of Abhilash Baranwal, Deputy Commissioner, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya, and Amit Kr. Asthana, Head of HR, NTPC Bongaigaon, Assam, at the District Administration office in Ri-Bhoi. Also present on the occasion were Sailand G. Momin, Research Associate, Planning Branch, Ri-Bhoi District; Madhurjya Singha Lahkar, DGM (HR-Corporate Communication), NTPC Bongaigaon; and Smriti Das, Executive (CSR, LA and R&R), NTPC Bongaigaon.

Under the initiative, NTPC will provide financial assistance of up to ₹1.48 crore for setting up state-of-the-art STEM laboratories in the 27 schools. The project aims to nurture scientific temperament, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.

The initiative will encompass infrastructure development, procurement of modern STEM equipment, teacher training, and comprehensive maintenance support. The laboratories will feature advanced learning tools, including robotics kits, renewable energy models, electronics modules, and digital learning aids.

The District Administration of Ri-Bhoi will serve as the implementing agency, overseeing execution, procurement, quality assurance, and coordination with beneficiary schools. NTPC, as the funding partner, will closely monitor the project's progress through periodic reviews, site visits, and impact assessments to ensure its effective implementation.

A key component of the programme is structured teacher training, along with baseline and endline assessments to measure improvements in learning outcomes and evaluate the overall impact of the initiative.

The project is expected to benefit a large number of students across Ri-Bhoi district by providing them with hands-on exposure to scientific concepts and encouraging innovation at the grassroots level.

Aligned with national priorities to promote STEM education and build future-ready talent, particularly in underserved regions, the initiative underscores NTPC's unwavering commitment to community development through education, skill enhancement, and capacity building.

Through this partnership, NTPC and the Ri-Bhoi District Administration aim to create a sustainable ecosystem for quality education and empower young minds with the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.