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THDC India Limited, a prominent Mini Ratna PSU in Power Generation signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Public Works Department, Uttarakhand for rendering the technical services of THDCIL as the “Technical Consultant” at the UK PWD Head Office, Yamuna Colony, Dehradun on 21st May 2024. Speaking on the occasion Sh. R. K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director, THDCIL, emphasized the pivotal role THDCIL is playing as the ‘Technical Consultant.’ The company will contribute its expertise towards preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPR) and offering technical assistance for slope protection on various state highways, major district roads, and other routes in Uttarakhand.
Vishnoi highlighted THDCIL’s commitment to employing cutting-edge technology and flexible treatment measures alongside conventional methods to tackle site-specific challenges effectively. This collaboration aims to ensure safe passage for vehicles traversing Uttarakhand’s terrain.
THDCIL has proven expertise in this sphere by offering similar consultancy services in the past to MoRTH Dehradun, MoRTH Arunachal Pradesh, MoRTH West Bengal, NHAI J&K, MoRTH Maharashtra, NHAI Pune, NHAI Shillong for slope protection works. Past projects involved slope protection works and preventive measures against shooting stones and rockfalls for revered sites like Shri Mata Vaishnodevi and Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Boards. This MoU signifies THDCIL’s dedication to delivering optimal results and contributing to progress.
Sh. Sandeep Singhal, ED (Technical), THDCIL and Sh. Deepak Kumar Yadav, Engineer-In-Chief, UK PWD signed the MoU. During the MoU signing ceremony Dr. Neeraj Kumar Agrawal, AGM – Incharge; Sh. Amit Shyam Gupta, Manager (Civil Design), THDCIL and Sh. Om Prakash, Chief Engineer; Sh. Harish Pangti, SE from UK PWD were also present.
