The Hydro Power Development Corporation of Arunachal Pradesh Limited (HPDCAPL) marked a significant milestone on October 11th, 2023, as they celebrated Global Hydro Power Day 2023 with an event held at the Corporate Office Conference Hall. The occasion was graced by the esteemed presence of Er. Toko Onuj, Chairman cum Managing Director of HPDCAPL, along with senior officials from the National Hydro Power Corporation (NHPC), faculty members from Rajiv Gandhi Govt. Polytechnic College in Itanagar, and officials and staff members of HPDCAPL.
Global Hydro Power Day, designated by the International Hydropower Association (IHA), is a day dedicated to acknowledging the invaluable contributions of sustainable hydropower to create a greener and more sustainable world. This annual global event serves as an opportunity to celebrate the positive impacts of hydropower on communities and individuals alike.
During the commemorative program, Er. Toko Onuj, CMD of HPDCAPL, emphasized the critical need to harness the potential of hydroelectric power in a timely manner to counteract the adverse effects of conventional energy sources, particularly fossil fuels, on the environment. He further highlighted that celebrating Global Hydro Power Day is not only a symbolic gesture but an information dissemination exercise aimed at educating the general public about the benefits of developing hydro power projects.
Er. Toko Onuj also announced HPDCAPL’s commitment to adopting Global Hydro Power Day as an annual event on their calendar, vowing to celebrate it in a more elaborate and productive manner in the years to come. This decision underscores the corporation’s dedication to promoting sustainable energy solutions and the positive environmental impacts of hydroelectric power.
The celebration of Global Hydro Power Day at HPDCAPL reflects the broader recognition of the vital role that hydropower plays in achieving a sustainable and environmentally friendly energy future. With this commitment, HPDCAPL is taking a notable step towards building a greener and more sustainable world for all.
For more information and updates on HPDCAPL and their efforts in the field of hydroelectric power, visit their official website.
