By Shishir Prashant 
PrashantNews
THDC India Limited, a leading power sector Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), on Saturday celebrated its 38th Foundation Day with enthusiasm and fervour at its Corporate Office in Rishikesh and across all Projects and Unit offices throughout the country.
The occasion marked not just another year in the organization’s illustrious journey since its inception in 1988, but also a year of landmark achievements that significantly expanded THDCIL’s energy portfolio and reinforced its commitment to sustainability, reaffirming its pivotal role in powering India’s future.
The Foundation Day celebrations commenced with the flag hoisting ceremony by R. K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director, followed by the auspicious lamp lighting ceremony by Vishnoi, along with Shallinder Singh, Director (Personnel); Bhupender Gupta, Director (Technical); and Sipan Kumar Garg, Director (Finance), at the Rasmanjari Hall, THDCIL, Rishikesh. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation by employees and their families.
In his inspiring address, Vishnoi reflected on THDCIL’s transformative 38-year journey and lauded the recent commissioning of the First and Second Units (250 MW each) of the 1000 MW Variable Speed Pumped Storage Plant (PSP) at Tehri, Uttarakhand—India’s first Variable Speed turbine and the largest PSP of its kind by any CPSE. These achievements signify a major leap towards grid flexibility, renewable integration, and energy sustainability in India’s power sector, he said.
Vishnoi also highlighted the commissioning of Unit-1 (660 MW) of the 1320 MW Khurja Super Thermal Power Project in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This milestone signifies THDCIL’s strategic expansion into thermal power, further diversifying its energy portfolio and reinforcing its commitment to meeting the nation’s growing power demands.
He emphasized that while the Foundation Day is a celebration of legacy, it is also a moment to reaffirm THDCIL’s strategic vision of becoming a leading energy organization aligned with India’s Net Zero commitments, energy security goals, and nation-building aspirations.
Vishnoi further added that this Foundation Day is not only a celebration of achievements but a reflection of the dedication, unity, and spirit of THDCIL. He emphasized that the people of THDCIL are the driving force behind every milestone and extended heartfelt appreciation to all employees and their families for their continued support in the company’s pursuit of excellence.