22-9-2026:The Managing Director of UPNL, Brigadier J.N.S. Bisht (Retd.), called on Governor at Lok Bhavan
Lok Bhavan Uttarakhand-Information Wing
Press Note
Managing Director of UPNL Calls on Governor
Lok Bhavan Dehradun 22 September, 2026
The Managing Director of UPNL, Brigadier J.N.S. Bisht (Retd.), called on Governor Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.) at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday. During the meeting, the Governor sought information on various matters related to UPNL, including the regularisation of personnel engaged through the organisation and the implementation of the principle of equal pay for equal work.
The Managing Director informed the Governor that action regarding the regularisation of UPNL personnel is currently underway at the government level. He further informed that BRIDCUL, Dehradun, has been designated as the executing agency for the construction of the UPNL building on the land allotted to the organisation at Sainik Dham. Necessary action is also being taken by BRIDCUL on UPNL’s proposal for the construction of a Net Zero Green Office Building.
He also informed the Governor that UPNL has completed the necessary formalities for operating as an Overseas Manpower Recruitment Agency and has forwarded the proposal to the Government of India. Further action regarding the issuance of the agency’s licence is underway at the Government of India level.
The Governor appreciated the efforts being made to make the proposed UPNL building modern, environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient. He said, “The concept of a Net Zero Green Office Building is in keeping with the objectives of environmental conservation and sustainable development.”
Regarding the proposed Overseas Manpower Recruitment Agency, the Governor said that a transparent and reliable system is essential to provide the youth of Uttarakhand with better employment opportunities in India and abroad. He stressed that the necessary processes should be taken forward in accordance with the prescribed rules and regulations to ensure safe and better employment opportunities for the youth.
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