Honourable Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi lays foundation stone for Fly Ash based FALG Aggregate Plant at NTPC Korba
Korba News Udaan : Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the
foundation stone for Fly Ash based FALG ( Fly Ash-Lime-Gypsum) Aggregate Plant
at NTPC Korba, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey towards a green
environment
This pilot project, initiated by NETRA (NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance),
aims to reduce the use of natural aggregates, extracted from fast depleting natural
resources, with patented synthetic aggregate material made from Fly Ash and Lime in
88:12 ratio.
This aggregate can be used for any construction work and has got
matching compressive strength of the natural aggregates.
Korba is expected to produce 100 cubic meter aggregate per day after the completion
of the project expected to be completed with an estimated cost of Rs 22 crore.
The inaugural ceremony witnessed the participation of key stakeholders and officials,
including Sh. Lakhan Lal Dewangan, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Labour
Department, Govt. of Chhattisgarh, CGM (Korba), other General Managers and
employees from NTPC Korba.
