REC Limited has achieved a historic milestone by sweeping all categories in the 29th Inter-CPSU Badminton Tournament, held under the aegis of the Power Sports Control Board (PSCB), Ministry of Power. Organized by NTPC Ltd from December 4 to December 7, 2024, at Noida Stadium, REC’s outstanding performance cemented its dominance in the tournament for the third consecutive year, an unparalleled feat that highlights its commitment to excellence in sports and beyond.
The organization clinched Gold medals in the Team Event, Singles, and Doubles categories. In a thrilling Singles Final, Amit Verma, Officer (Law) at REC, triumphed in a closely contested three-set match against his teammate Vijay Behra, Chief Manager (Engineering), who secured the Silver Medal. This remarkable victory was further elevated by the duo’s performance in the Doubles category, where they teamed up to win Gold, showcasing both individual brilliance and unparalleled teamwork.
Summary of Results:
- Team Event: Gold Medal – REC Limited
- Singles:
- Gold: Amit Verma (Officer, Law)
- Silver: Vijay Behra (Chief Manager, Engineering)
- Doubles:
- Gold: Amit Verma & Vijay Behra
In addition to the star performers, the REC contingent included Aseem Gupta (Manager, Engineering), Kundan Lal (Manager, Engineering), Trivendra Kumar (Officer, Engineering), Shadab Usmani (Officer, Engineering), Ms. Shikha Ujjain (Deputy Manager, F&A), and others, reflecting the team’s depth of talent and dedication.
This remarkable success underscores REC’s enduring legacy of excellence, not just in professional achievements but also in extracurricular pursuits. By fostering talent, innovation, and teamwork, REC Limited demonstrates its holistic approach to contributing to India’s development. A Maharatna company under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, REC is a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) and Public Financial Institution (PFI) that plays a pivotal role in financing critical infrastructure. REC’s operations span power generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, and new technologies like electric vehicles, battery storage, green hydrogen, and green ammonia.
Moreover, REC has diversified into non-power infrastructure sectors, including roads, expressways, metro rail, airports, educational institutions, and hospitals, reflecting its broad vision for national development. It has spearheaded flagship government schemes like Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (SAUBHAGYA) and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY), contributing to 100% village and household electrification. As of September 30, 2024, REC boasts a loan book of ₹5.46 lakh crore and a net worth of ₹72,893 crore, exemplifying its financial resilience and strategic significance in shaping India’s infrastructure and energy future.
