NTPC Northern Region HQ organises BEE State-Level Painting Competition 2026 on Energy Conservation
New Delhi: NTPC Northern Region Headquarters (NRHQ), Lucknow, organised the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) State-Level Painting Competition under the aegis of the Ministry of Power on November 14, 2026. The competition was based on two themes: “Save Power, Secure the Future” and “BEE Star Labels Shine, Energy Security is Divine.”
A total of 95 students, shortlisted from entries received from over 100 schools across Uttar Pradesh, participated in the competition in two categories—Classes V to VII and Classes VIII to X. The young participants showcased their creativity through vibrant artworks, highlighting the importance of energy conservation, energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.
The event was graced by Shri Ravinder Kumar, (IAS),Director, Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA), as the Chief Guest. Appreciating the creativity and awareness demonstrated by the participants, Shri Kumar highlighted the importance of energy conservation and expressed his happiness that the younger generation was developing an understanding of this vital subject through the powerful medium of art and painting.
Smt. Ruma De Sharma, GM (HR), NRHQ, delivered the welcome address. She acknowledged the valuable support and cooperation extended by government representatives, dignitaries, judges, parents and students in making the event a success. She also congratulated all the winners and appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the students.
A total of 26 awards were presented across the two categories, comprising First, Second and Third Prizes, along with 10 Consolation Prizes . The prize amounts were ₹50,000 for the First Prize, ₹30,000 for the Second Prize, ₹20,000 for the Third Prize and ₹7,500 for each Consolation Prize.
The competition is part of the National Painting Competition on Energy Conservation, organised by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). The state-level winners will advance to the national-level competition, where they will have an opportunity to receive recognition on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day