Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, Chairman and Managing Director of NLC India Limited,  has been conferred the prestigious “Best Leader of the Year 2026 for Corporate CSR” at the State CSR Corporate Awards & Conclave 2026 held at Bhubaneswar, Odisha on April 5, 2026.

The award was presented in recognition of his visionary leadership and outstanding contribution towards driving impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that promote sustainable development, social equity, and community empowerment. The conclave, organized by Interview Times, brought together leading Public Sector Undertakings, corporates, policymakers, NGOs, and stakeholders to deliberate on advancing responsible and transformative CSR practices.

Under the leadership of Motupalli, NLC India Limited has significantly strengthened its CSR initiatives, focusing on education, healthcare, skill development, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure development, particularly in project-affected and surrounding regions.

On receiving the award, Prasanna Kumar Motupalli expressed his gratitude and stated:

“I humbly dedicate this recognition to the entire NLCIL family, whose untiring efforts, commitment, and passion are the true driving forces behind such achievements. This award belongs to each and every employee who has contributed towards making our CSR initiatives meaningful and impactful. While we celebrate this moment, it also reminds us of the importance of continuing our journey of excellence with greater dedication and responsibility in all our endeavours.”

NLC India Limited reiterates that its CSR initiatives are not merely a statutory obligation under regulatory frameworks, but a deep-rooted responsibility and a strategic opportunity to build lasting relationships with communities in and around its areas of operation. The Company firmly believes that meaningful engagement with local communities fosters trust, inclusiveness, and shared growth, thereby creating a positive and sustainable impact.

The recognition further reinforces NLCIL’s commitment to aligning its CSR vision with the broader national goals of sustainable development and inclusive growth, contributing to India’s journey towards a developed nation.