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The centre was inaugurated by Ram Swaroop, Executive Director, NHPC who attended as Chief Guest, while Rajesh Kumar. Director KVIC was the Guest of Honour and Sanjay Kumar Bhasin graced the occasion as Special Guest.
The facility has been established under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) support from NHPC Limited, aiming to provide free access to library and computer services for underprivileged sections. It was also announced that Buddha Ambedkar Jayanti will be celebrated on May 3 with a blood donation camp and the launch of free dispensary services.
Welcoming the dignitaries, Prof. Sanjay Kumar Bhasin informed that NHPC had approved the first installment of funds for the project. He also highlighted the efforts of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission under Rajesh Kumar in promoting schemes for micro and small business ventures. He extended best wishes to Ram Swaroop on his superannuation, scheduled for April 30.
Rajesh Kumar appreciated the social initiatives undertaken under the leadership of Ram Swaroop and encouraged people to take advantage of KVIC schemes for entrepreneurship, assuring hassle-free services to the needy. He also praised the work of the Sabha in uplifting marginalized communities.
In his address, Ram Swaroop said that the consistent social work of the Sabha inspired NHPC to extend financial support for the centre. He reiterated that NHPC, as a Navratna company, remains committed to contributing to education and healthcare sectors under CSR. He thanked the Sabha for the felicitation and assured continued association with social initiatives even after retirement.
Earlier, Er. R.C. Bhasin, President of the Sabha, expressed gratitude to NHPC for funding the project and acknowledged the contributions of Rajesh Kumar and Dr. Sanjay Bhasin in facilitating the initiative. He urged the community to adopt a positive outlook and support constructive efforts. The proceedings were conducted by General Secretary Tarsem Loach, General Secretary of the Sabha.
Prominent members present on the occasion included Prof. G.L Thapa, Prof. C.L Shivgotra, Er. Madan Basson, D.K Kalsotra, K.K Gorkha, Sewa Dass Digra, C.L Banal, Tulsi Langeh, Sham Basson, Sunita Bangotra, Tara Chand, Surjeet Heer, Kuldeep Fougi, Vikas Kalsi, Sham Kalsi and Bodh Raj Kalsi, among others. The event concluded with a vote of thanks, marking a significant step towards empowering marginalized communities through education and digital access.
