NLC India Limited Chairman and Managing Director Prasanna Kumar Motupalli has been honoured with the “Best Leader of the Year 2026 for Corporate CSR” award at the State CSR Corporate Awards & Conclave 2026 held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The recognition was presented for his leadership in advancing impactful corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on sustainable development, social welfare, and community empowerment.
The conclave was organised by Interview Times and brought together representatives from public sector undertakings, private companies, policymakers, NGOs, and industry stakeholders to discuss responsible and transformative CSR practices. The award highlighted the growing importance of socially responsible leadership in shaping inclusive growth and long-term community development.
Under Motupalli’s leadership, NLC India Limited has significantly expanded its CSR activities across several sectors, including education, healthcare, skill development, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure creation. Many of these initiatives have been implemented in project-affected and surrounding regions to improve local living conditions and generate long-term socio-economic benefits.
The company has focused on supporting schools, vocational training centres, healthcare facilities, and environmental programmes aimed at improving community welfare. Its CSR strategy has also emphasised inclusive development by engaging directly with local populations and addressing region-specific challenges.
Speaking after receiving the honour, Motupalli dedicated the award to the employees and stakeholders of NLC India Limited. He said the recognition reflected the collective efforts and commitment of the organisation’s workforce in making CSR programmes meaningful and impactful. He also stated that the achievement would encourage the company to continue working with greater responsibility and dedication toward sustainable growth and community development.
NLC India Limited reiterated that its CSR initiatives are not viewed merely as statutory obligations but as an important responsibility toward society. The company believes that continuous engagement with local communities helps build trust, inclusiveness, and shared progress while creating lasting positive impact in operational areas.
The recognition further strengthens NLC India’s position as one of India’s leading public sector enterprises actively contributing to sustainable and inclusive development. Alongside its business operations in mining and power generation, the company has increasingly focused on renewable energy expansion and environmentally responsible growth initiatives aligned with national development goals.
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