Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has strengthened education and community infrastructure in Dimapur, Nagaland, by handing over an extended first-floor classroom facility to Government Primary School in Kevijau Colony and 40 solar lights to Padum Pukhuri village under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme.
The handover ceremonies took place on October 8, 2026, in the presence of Dimapur Deputy Commissioner Dr. Tinojongshi Chang, who attended both events as the chief guest. The initiatives aim to improve the learning environment for schoolchildren, enhance community lighting and support safer public infrastructure.
Classroom Expansion at Government Primary School
The classroom extension at Government Primary School, Kevijau Colony, was undertaken to strengthen the institution’s infrastructure and provide students with an improved learning environment.
Dr. Chang appreciated IOCL’s continued support to Nagaland through CSR initiatives, particularly in education, healthcare and community infrastructure. He recalled his association with the company’s officials since 2023 and acknowledged the cooperation extended by residents during discussions on local development needs.
IOCL Executive Director and State Head Nitin Bhatnagar said the project had been taken up following discussions held around two years earlier at the Deputy Commissioner’s office. He expressed satisfaction that the proposed support had been completed and formally handed over to the school.
40 Solar Lights for Padum Pukhuri Village
In a separate initiative, IOCL handed over 40 solar lights to Padum Pukhuri village at the village council hall. The project is intended to improve lighting facilities and contribute to safer and more sustainable community infrastructure.
Addressing residents, Dr. Chang described Padum Pukhuri as one of Dimapur’s better-performing colonies and encouraged the community to identify suitable development projects that could be supported through CSR programmes.
He also stressed the importance of proper care and regular maintenance of the solar lights to ensure their long-term functionality.
DGM (Operations), IOAODSO, Guwahati, Dipak Pathak said the solar lighting system was valued at approximately ₹40 lakh and did not require major maintenance. He urged beneficiaries to take ownership of the assets and ensure their protection and upkeep.
IOCL Highlights Its Role in Community Development
Bhatnagar noted that Dimapur hosts important IOCL facilities, including a depot and an LPG plant that supply petroleum products, diesel and LPG across Nagaland. He said the corporation considered it important to contribute to the welfare of communities in the regions where it operates.
He added that requests from villages and communities are considered in accordance with IOCL’s CSR guidelines and priorities. The company’s initiatives cover areas such as education, healthcare, infrastructure development, and women’s livelihood and empowerment.
Reiterating Indian Oil’s “Nation First” philosophy, Bhatnagar acknowledged the cooperation of local residents, community leaders and other stakeholders in supporting the corporation’s development activities.
Emphasis on Community Ownership and Maintenance
During the programmes, officials highlighted the importance of ensuring that the facilities remain useful to their intended beneficiaries over the long term. Residents were encouraged to take responsibility for maintaining the solar lighting assets, while IOCL representatives assured that the company’s teams would remain available to support communities when required.
The two handovers reflect IOCL’s CSR focus on improving access to educational infrastructure and strengthening essential community facilities in Nagaland.
Disclaimer: This report has been editorially prepared using publicly available information and official company disclosures. Readers are advised to refer to official company announcements and disclosures for further details.
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