Patratu, 7 October 2026: Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL) organised its first Ash User Meet for Local Users and Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) 2026 at NSB Hall, Patratu, with the objective of creating awareness among local industries, entrepreneurs and Micro & Small Enterprises about the productive utilisation of fly ash and bottom ash and promoting greater participation in ash utilisation initiatives.
The programme was inaugurated by Ashok Kumar Sehgal, CEO, PVUNL, along with Arun Kumar Singh, GM (O&M); R.K. Niranjan, GM (Maintenance); Prashant Pandurang Patil, GM (Operation & FM), through the ceremonial lighting of the lamp. The dignitaries highlighted the importance of sustainable ash utilisation and the role of local industries in transforming ash into a productive resource.
Addressing the gathering, Ashok Kumar Sehgal, CEO, PVUNL, emphasised PVUNL’s commitment towards the inclusive growth of the local community through responsible and productive utilisation of ash. He stated that promoting the use of fly ash by local industries can create new opportunities for employment generation, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods. He further highlighted PVUNL’s commitment towards achieving 100% ash utilisation through productive and environmentally sustainable applications. He encouraged local industries, entrepreneurs, MSMEs and other stakeholders to participate actively in ash utilisation initiatives and explore opportunities for developing ash-based products and businesses.
He also emphasised that PVUNL would facilitate ease of business for eligible local users and industries by making ash available from the ash mound, subject to applicable guidelines and procedures. He stated that greater local participation in ash utilisation can create a win-win ecosystem that supports environmental sustainability, strengthens local industries and contributes to the inclusive economic development of the surrounding community.
Arun Kumar Singh GM O&M , RK Niranjan GM ash utilisation and Maintence also emphasised on effective use of ash in an innovative manner.
Shivam Singh, Secretary, Jharkhand Small Industries Association, also addressed the gathering and highlighted the potential of ash utilisation for strengthening local industries and creating new avenues for MSMEs. He encouraged local entrepreneurs and industrial units to explore opportunities emerging from the growing demand for ash-based products and applications.
The technical session was conducted by C. Pandey, AGM (NI), NTPC Raipur, who provided valuable insights into ash utilisation, its applications and the opportunities available for industries and other users. N. Kalidas, Director, INSWAREB, also joined the programme online and shared his expertise on the utilisation of fly ash and bottom ash, highlighting the scope for innovative and sustainable applications.
Participants are from ladies JSLPS Self Help Group , block tiles , brick maker from nearby areas and villages and 70 plus attended the program.
The Ash User Meet provided a common platform for PVUNL, local industries, Micro & Small Enterprises, entrepreneurs and technical experts to exchange knowledge, understand the potential of fly ash and bottom ash, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
