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NTPC Western Region–I Signs MoA with Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute for Upgradation of Radiotherapy Services

Mumbai:3*/1/25:NTPC Limited – Western Region–I Headquarters, Mumbai, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI) for the upgradation of radiotherapy services. Under this CSR initiative, NTPC has sanctioned ₹23.16 crore for the upgradation of radiotherapy services at the Siddhpur Satellite Centre of GCRI, Ahmedabad. The support will be utilized for the procurement and installation of a high-energy Linear Accelerator (LINAC), significantly enhancing advanced cancer treatment capabilities and improving access to quality radiotherapy services for patients in the region.

The MoA was exchanged between Dr. Shashank Pandya, Director, GCRI, and Shri E. Satya Phani Kumar, Regional Executive Director (West–I), NTPC, in the presence of senior officials from both organisations.

The signing ceremony was held in the august presence of Shri Akhaya Kumar Patra, GM (OS), Shri A P Samal, CEO (NPUNL) & CGM (Nuclear), and Smt. Vandana Chaturvedi, Regional Head of HR (West–I), along with other senior officials of NTPC WR–I and members of the CSR team. Senior representatives from GCRI were also present on the occasion.

This initiative reaffirms NTPC’s commitment to inclusive development and its continued focus on strengthening critical healthcare infrastructure through meaningful CSR interventions.

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