NALCO Workers May Get ‘Production Incentive’: Dharmendra Pradhan Meets G. Kishan Reddy

In a significant development, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy in New Delhi on March 24, 2026, urging the announcement of a ‘Production Incentive’ (Production Gift) for employees of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO).

The proposal aims to recognize the hard work and dedication of workers and employees while enhancing their morale.

Record Profit Strengthens Case for Incentive
NALCO has achieved a record pre-tax profit of ₹7,135 crore in the financial year 2024–25. Highlighting this milestone, Pradhan emphasized that the company’s success is a direct result of the continuous efforts and commitment of its workforce.

He suggested that a portion of the company’s profit be distributed among employees as a production incentive, based on a proposal by the coordination committee of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS).

Previous Incentive Model Cited as Success
The Union Minister pointed out that a similar incentive was provided during the financial year 2021–22, which significantly boosted employee motivation and productivity.

Reintroducing such a benefit, he noted, would encourage workers to perform better and contribute to further growth in production and profitability.

Support from MPs and Local Representatives
The demand was also supported by several public representatives, including Dhenkanal MP Rudra Narayan Pany, Mayurbhanj MP Naba Charan Majhi, and Angul MLA Pratap Chandra Pradhan. Members of the BMS coordination committee were also present during the meeting.

Focus on Worker Welfare and Industrial Growth
Pradhan urged the Coal and Mines Minister to consider the proposal sympathetically, keeping in mind both employee welfare and organizational excellence.

He expressed confidence that such a step would not only boost employee morale but also enhance NALCO’s production capacity and profitability in the coming years.