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Tata Power celebrates the power of courage; Onboards ace mountaineer Baljeet Kaur
Mumbai: Tata Power, one of the integrated power companies, onboards acclaimed mountaineer, Baljeet Kaur, as a sustainability champion, in the company’s renewables business. This is in line with the company’s commitment to support the country’s young talent in unconventional fields.
In the challenging world of mountaineering, 27-year-old Baljeet Kaur stands out with her exceptional accomplishments. In 2023, she earned the prestigious Gold Medal for excellent performance in mountaineering from the Indian Mountaineering Foundation. Baljeet holds several notable firsts, such as being the first Indian to climb seven peaks surpassing 8000 meters. She stands as the first Indian woman to ascend Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse and Mount Manaslu, which she climbed without oxygen, showcasing courage, unwavering determination, and resilience. These are attributes that Tata Power not only applauds but also instils in its workforce and community.
Baljeet, who hails from the hills of Himachal Pradesh, has a close association with nature and refers to the mountains as her “first love”. She truly understands the value of sustainable living and will play an important role in advocating the ‘Sustainable is Attainable’ movement of Tata Power which promotes a sustainable lifestyle among citizens through the adoption of clean energy solutions.
Baljeet will inspire the thousands of Tata Power employees across the country to foster a connection with nature and further amplify the environmental care and community development initiatives of the company.
Tata Power CEO & MD Dr Praveer Sinha said, “I am delighted to welcome Baljeet to the Tata Power family. With her spirit of resilience, agility, care for the environment, and focus on safety, she truly symbolises the ethos of Tata Power. Her onboarding is a testament to Tata Power’s dedication to championing women in sports and nurturing emerging talent in the country. With her #Powerofcourage, I’m sure she will be a role model for the youth of the nation.”
“I am excited to be a part of the Tata Power team and promote the cause of sustainable living. I am thrilled to have a platform like this, which is championing sustainability and supporting young talent in diverse fields across the country. With this support, I look forward to making meaningful contributions to both sustainability and the empowerment of women in mountaineering.” said Baljeet Kaur.
Baljeet Kaur’s association with Tata Power emphasises the shared commitment to environmental responsibility and the pursuit of excellence in every endeavour. Tata Power looks forward to Baljeet’s unique perspective and real-life experiences to drive meaningful initiatives.
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UP govt, HGS unit to skill one lakh youth in digital push
MoU targets jobs, training and future ready talent across state
MUMBAI: Government of Uttar Pradesh has joined hands with OneOTT Intertainment Limited, the broadband arm of Hinduja Global Solutions, to train one lakh youth, signalling a fresh push towards jobs in the digital economy.
The memorandum of understanding, signed with the Employment Department Uttar Pradesh, aims to bridge the gap between skills and industry needs while opening up employment pathways for young people across the state.
The agreement was formalised by principal secretary, labour and employment, M. K. Shanmugha Sundaram and whole-time director, Hinduja Global Solutions and MD and CEO, OneOTT Intertainment Limited, Vynsley Fernandes, in the presence of labour minister Anil Rajbhar.
Under the partnership, OneOTT Intertainment Limited will roll out training programmes, workshops and knowledge-sharing platforms designed to equip youth with skills aligned to a rapidly digitising economy. The initiative will also include research inputs, technical guidance and policy-level support to ensure effective execution.
Principal secretary, labour and employment, M. K. Shanmugha Sundaram, said, “This collaboration will help align skill development programmes with actual industry needs and prepare the youth of Uttar Pradesh for emerging opportunities in the digital services sector.”
Hinduja Global Solutions whole-time director, and OneOTT Intertainment Limited MD and CEO Vynsley Fernandes said, “India’s progress is closely linked to strengthening the capabilities of its young workforce. At HGS, we see skills evolving alongside technology, and partnerships like this help build a stronger digital ecosystem.”
The state government will facilitate coordination across departments and institutions, ensuring the programmes reach the right audiences and deliver measurable outcomes.
As digital infrastructure expands and technology reshapes job markets, initiatives like this are positioning skill development not just as training, but as a gateway to opportunity for the next generation.
