On December 18, 2025, four students from the state of Uttarakhand were honored with consolation awards at the National-level Painting Competition held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day. This achievement brings pride to THDC India Limited, the nodal agency for the state of Uttarakhand, and the state itself. The competition was organized by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, and aimed to promote energy conservation awareness among young minds.
The ceremony was attended by prominent dignitaries, including President Droupadi Murmu, who felicitated the winners of the National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) 2025 and the National Painting Competition on Energy Conservation 2025. In her address, President Murmu emphasized the importance of energy conservation, stating that it is not just an option, but a crucial need of today. She highlighted that saving energy means utilizing it wisely, responsibly, and efficiently.
The Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, noted that India is leading the global energy transition and has made significant improvements in energy efficiency. The Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shripad Naik, emphasized that energy conservation is not just about technology, but also about changing behaviors. The Secretary of the Union Ministry of Power, Pankaj Agarwal, credited the Prime Minister’s visionary leadership for placing energy efficiency and conservation at the core of India’s development strategy.
The Chairman and Managing Director of THDC India Limited, Sipan Kumar Garg, congratulated the winners and the state of Uttarakhand on their achievement. He emphasized that initiatives like the National Painting Competition serve as impactful platforms to raise awareness about energy conservation and inspire children to become ambassadors of sustainability. The four students from Uttarakhand who received consolation prizes were Pihu Rani, Ridam Das, Isheeta Kumari, and Shatakshi Vatsh. The ceremony was also attended by other officials from THDCIL, the Ministry of Power, and other public sector undertakings. Overall, the event highlighted the importance of energy conservation and the role that young minds can play in promoting sustainable practices.