- The Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) Summer Workshop 2025 is NTPC's premier CSR program
- In line with the government's "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" initiative, which aims to empower girls and advance their education
The largest integrated power company in India, NTPC Limited, has launched its flagship corporate social responsibility program, the Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM) Summer Workshop 2025, at 41 locations nationwide in support of the government's Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative.
This year's program will expand on its previous achievements by providing residential workshops to more than 2,600 girls from disadvantaged backgrounds who reside close to NTPC's power plants. About 10 percent of these girls will have enrolled in NTPC-run schools by the end of the workshop, and NTPC will cover all of their higher secondary education costs.
The month-long summer workshop covers academics and life skills with an emphasis on holistic development. Along with practical lessons in communication, hygiene, yoga, safety, theater, dance, sports, and public speaking, the curriculum covers the fundamentals of Hindi and other regional languages, English, math, environmental science, and computer skills. Along with attending motivational talks by inspiring speakers from a variety of fields, participants will also participate in industrial visits.
GEM's primary objectives are to empower disadvantaged girls with life skills and confidence, advance gender equality, and inspire them to reach their full potential. GEM began as a pilot project in 2018 with 392 participants in just 3 locations. Since then, it has grown to 17 states and reached over 10,000 girls nationwide. Many former participants have strengthened their skills, found their talents, and grown more self-assured and independent.
The GEM program has received a lot of recognition for its comprehensive approach to mentoring, empowerment, and skill development. NTPC seeks to develop future leaders who can positively influence their communities and the country by giving girls the knowledge and self-assurance they need.
