As part of its commitment to flora and fauna conservation, TATA Power India’s largest Integrated Private Power Company has created ecological hotspots around its three hydro stations in Raigad. These hotspots for more than four decades have played a significant role in driving environmental awareness and interest among the nature lovers, especially from urban areas.

The Company’s ecological garden at Walwhan Lonavla, has beautiful blooms which compete in various flower shows organized in and around Mumbai. Recently at the 53rd Mumbai Rose Show jointly organized by the Mumbai Rose society and the Maharashtra Nature Park, TATA Power’s blooms bagged 20 prizes. The Company participated in various sections of cut flowers such as colours, fragrance, shape of the flower, flower arrangements and other categories.

The queen of the show award which is awarded to the 2nd best flower in the entire competition was also won by Tata Power.

Held at Maharashtra Nature Park, the show was inaugurated by the Managing Director, RCF, Mr RG Rajan. Several prestigious organizations like Godrej, RCF, along with major nursery growers across the country also participated in the competition. Experts from the field of Roses were the judges for the competition.

Speaking on the Awards, Mr Mahesh Paranjpe head of hydros said that “We are very happy to win so many awards and are proud of our team of gardeners at Mulshi and Walwhan. Our flora conservation efforts are a benchmark in the country and we are committed to this cause. The Company has always tried to motivate youngsters and create a platform for showcasing their talents.”