THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR,
MARCH 8, 2026
Reinforcing its
commitment to diversity, inclusion and women empowerment, Tata Power-led Odisha
DISCOMs celebrated the ‘Nua Arambha – New Beginning’ initiative on the occasion
of International Women’s Day. The programme aims to support women who wish to
restart their professional journey after a career break, enabling them to
re-enter the workforce with renewed confidence and opportunities for
professional growth.
Now in its second
season, the initiative continues to create meaningful opportunities for women
professionals to resume their careers and contribute to the power distribution
sector in Odisha. It reflects Tata Power Odisha DISCOMs’ broader commitment to
fostering an inclusive workplace culture that encourages women to pursue their
professional aspirations while balancing personal responsibilities. Through Nua Arambha, the organisation is
creating pathways for talented women professionals to begin their second
innings and contribute meaningfully to the evolving power distribution
landscape in the state.
As part of the
initiative, seven women professionals have been onboarded across diverse roles
and professional profiles in the four Odisha DISCOMs, marking a significant
step towards strengthening gender diversity within the organisation. The
programme recognises their determination and provides them with a supportive
platform, mentorship and opportunities needed to confidently restart their
careers.
The event also served
as an inspiring platform to acknowledge the resilience, determination and
commitment of these women professionals, while encouraging many more women to
consider returning to the workforce and pursuing their professional
aspirations.
The programme was
graced by Dr. Monica Singhania, Professor at the Faculty of Management Studies,
Delhi, and Director on the Boards of TPNODL and TPWODL; Gajanan Kale, Chief –
Odisha Distribution Business; Arvind Singh, CEO, TPCODL; and Shyam Sunder
Choudhury, Chief BHR, along with members of the senior leadership team of the
Odisha DISCOMs.
Speaking on the
occasion, Gajanan Kale, Chief – Odisha Distribution Business, Tata Power, said,
“At Tata Power, we strongly believe that diversity and inclusion are key
drivers of organisational growth and innovation. Through initiatives like ‘Nua
Arambha’, we aim to provide women professionals with the opportunity and
confidence to restart their careers and contribute meaningfully to the
organisation and society. Their resilience and determination inspire us to
continue building a workplace that supports equal opportunities and empowers
women at every stage of their professional journey.”
Dr. Monica Singhania
appreciated the resilience and determination of the women professionals who
have chosen to re-enter the workforce and commended the Odisha DISCOMs for
their sustained commitment to creating an enabling environment that supports
women’s professional growth, learning and leadership.
Tata Power-led Odisha DISCOMs continue to take meaningful steps towards empowering women, promoting gender diversity, and building a progressive and inclusive workforce that contributes to the sustainable growth of the power distribution sector in the state.
The Nua Arambha initiative also echoes the spirit of the International Women’s Day 2026 theme, “Give to Gain,” which highlights the power of creating opportunities and supportive ecosystems for women to thrive. By enabling women professionals to restart their careers and contribute their expertise, the organisation reinforces the belief that when women are given equal opportunities, encouragement and resources, organisations and society at large benefit through greater innovation, diversity and inclusive growth.
