A subsidiary of Coal India Limited, Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) is driving this change through its impactful CSR initiative — “Seva Kutir.” The program is emerging as a beacon of hope, empowering hundreds of children through access to education and care.

Through its Corporate Social Responsibility efforts, NCL, in partnership with Parivar Education Society, is scripting inspiring stories of change across 25 villages in Singrauli. Under the Seva Kutir initiative, children receive supplementary education along with nutritious meals twice a day, creating an environment where learning and well-being go hand in hand.

Beyond academics, the initiative places strong emphasis on holistic development. Daily activities include sports, yoga, storytelling, painting, handicrafts, and moral education—nurturing creativity, discipline, confidence, and communication skills among children.

Currently, over 2,000 children are benefiting from Seva Kutir centres. Each child undergoes a foundational assessment to gauge their learning levels, enabling educators to adopt a personalized teaching approach. This has proven especially impactful for first-generation learners, helping them overcome hesitation and develop a genuine interest in education.

One of the key goals of Seva Kutir is to prepare students for admission into reputed residential institutions such as Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Eklavya Model Residential School, and Kanya Shiksha Parisar. These schools offer quality education up to Class 12 and open pathways to brighter futures.

In December last year, 89 students from Seva Kutir centres appeared for the Navodaya Vidyalaya entrance examination, with teachers providing end-to-end support—from application to preparation. Additionally, applications for 131 students were submitted for admission to Eklavya schools.

Among the many inspiring success stories are Sunita Devi, Vikas Baiga, and Neelam Devi. Once constrained by social and economic challenges—with days often spent in household chores or grazing cattle—their aspirations were limited by circumstance.

However, their journey took a transformative turn after joining Seva Kutir. With consistent guidance, a structured learning environment, and emotional support, they rediscovered confidence and ambition.

Today, all three have successfully cleared the entrance examination for the prestigious Eklavya Model Residential School, demonstrating that with the right opportunities and mentorship, extraordinary outcomes are possible.

Seva Kutir is not just an education initiative—it is a movement. A movement that nurtures dreams, builds self-belief, and empowers children in remote communities to envision and achieve a better future.

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The facility was inaugurated by Joseph Bastian, Head of Project, NTPC Mouda, in the presence of Yogesh Kawaduji Gongale, Village Head of Gram Panchayat Lapka. The occasion was also attended by Sagar Ranjan Sahoo, Head of Human Resources, along with senior officials and employees of NTPC Mouda.

The newly built Community Hall is set to become a central hub for the residents of Lapka, enabling social gatherings, cultural events, meetings, and community-driven activities.

Speaking at the event, Joseph Bastian emphasized NTPC’s dedication to inclusive growth and highlighted the importance of infrastructure development in improving the quality of life in surrounding communities.

This initiative reflects NTPC Mouda’s sustained focus on socio-economic development in nearby villages through impactful CSR interventions. The hall is expected to play a key role in strengthening community engagement, facilitating awareness programmes, and supporting educational, health, and welfare activities at the grassroots level.

By creating such essential infrastructure, NTPC Mouda continues to empower local communities, enhance social cohesion, and promote sustainable development. The initiative aligns with NTPC’s broader vision of fostering inclusive progress and improving living standards in its areas of operation.

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