During his two-day visit to Rampur Bushahr in Shimla district, Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla today visited the 1500 MW Nathpa Jhakri hydroelectric project site. Lady Governor Janki Shukla also accompanied him.
The Governor visited the underground tunnel and turbine complex where the project head Manoj Kumar apprised him of the engineering of the project.
Later, the Governor was given a detailed presentation on the achievements and other activities through a presentation.
The Governor said that the SJVN had made a big contribution to the nation in the power sector. He said that it was one of the few profit-making organisations and hence it could be called an important asset of the Central Government. He said that the Nathpa Jhakri Hydroelectric Project was a wonderful example of engineering and various activities were being implemented under Corporate Social Responsibility, which are commendable.
Later, the Governor also visited the Hard Coating Chamber.
Principal Advisor, SJVNL M.P.Sood welcomed the Governor and thanked him for visiting the project site.
Secretary to Governor C.P. Verma, Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap, other officers of the district administration were also present on the occasion.
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