THDC Organizes State Level Energy Conservation Painting Competition

THDC Organizes State Level Energy Conservation Painting Competition

Rishikesh, November 24, 2023: THDC India Limited successfully hosted the State Level Painting Competition-2023 on Energy Conservation for school students of Uttarakhand state. This event, held under the aegis of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power, Government of India, underscores THDC’s crucial role as the Nodal Agency for Uttarakhand in the National Awareness Campaign on Energy Conservation.

Sh. R. K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director of THDC, highlighted the significance of the competition and the effective collaboration between THDC, the Ministry of Power, BEE, the State Government, and other stakeholders in promoting energy conservation awareness.

A total of 1,69,787 students from 283 schools across Uttarakhand enthusiastically participated in the competition, surpassing the previous year’s participation of 1,50,388 students. This remarkable response demonstrates the growing engagement of students in energy conservation initiatives.

Sh. Shallinder Singh, Director (Personnel) THDC India Limited, presided over the award ceremony as Chief Guest. He presented First, Second, and Third Prizes of Rs. 50,000/-, Rs. 30,000/-, and Rs. 20,000/-, along with 10 consolation awards of Rs. 7,500/- to winners in both Group A (Class 5th, 6th, and 7th) and Group B (Class 8th, 9th, and 10th).

The competition’s themes, “One Earth, Many Efforts” and “LiFE – Mindful and Deliberate Utilization, Instead of Mindless and Destructive Consumption,” resonated with the participants’ paintings, reflecting the urgent need for responsible energy practices. Sh. Singh emphasized that children, as the future of the nation, should inculcate and champion these principles.

The first three winners from each group will advance to the National Level Painting Competition to be held in New Delhi. Sh. Singh also shared the previous year’s achievement, where a Uttarakhand student secured the First Prize in the National Level Painting Competition under Group A Category.

THDC’s commitment to energy conservation education is commendable, and this competition serves as a valuable platform to raise awareness and promote sustainable energy practices among the youth.