The occasion highlighted PFC’s journey of sustained growth and its continued commitment to nation-building. PFC expresses its sincere appreciation to its employees, stakeholders, partners, and all those who have contributed to making it the country’s largest NBFC group.

The session focused on PFC’s brand identity, strategic media management, and reputation building, while sharing valuable perspectives with 14 newly inducted colleagues from the IIMs and IITs. The interaction underscored the importance of effective communication in strengthening PFC’s institutional image and supporting its mission of excellence.

Reflecting on the achievement, Power Finance Corporation Chairman and Managing Director, Ms.  Parminder Chopra expressed satisfaction at leading the public sector response to the central bank’s new facility. She noted that the successful issuance directly supports the Government of India’s broader objective to attract foreign capital into the country’s development. Chopra added that the strong investor appetite demonstrates global confidence in the financial institution’s robust credit profile, sound business model, and the overall growth trajectory of the Indian power and infrastructure landscape.

The high-profile issuance has been rated Baa3 by Moody’s, BBB- by Fitch, and BBB+ by CareEdge, reinforcing the market’s trust in the public sector lender’s financial stability. According to the regulatory framework, the net proceeds from this international bond sale will be deployed strategically for on-lending to vital power and infrastructure projects across the nation, as well as for general corporate purposes. This landmark transaction sets a positive precedent for other major Indian state-owned enterprises looking to optimize their borrowing costs via international markets.

A seasoned professional with extensive experience in the power sector, Shri Packirisamy has held several key leadership positions during his distinguished career. His deep understanding of the sector and proven track record are expected to add significant value to PFC’s ongoing efforts in supporting India’s growing energy and infrastructure requirements.

The appointment comes at a crucial time as PFC continues to play a pivotal role in financing the country’s power and infrastructure sectors. The PFC family looks forward to Shri Packirisamy’s valuable contributions and wishes him every success in his new role as the organization advances its commitment to India’s energy transition and sustainable development.

A highly respected figure in the media and PR fraternity, Shri Rao is widely recognized for his helpful nature and supportive approach toward journalists and corporate communication professionals alike. He began his career with the Indian Express group in Hyderabad, building a strong foundational expertise that would later define his professional journey in the national capital. For over a decade, he masterfully managed PFC’s media relations, press releases, and public affairs, earning a distinguished and special place within the industry.

Shri Rao’s immense contributions have also earned him stellar national recognition. He was inducted into the prestigious Hall of Fame by the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI) and has served as the Chairman of the Public Relations Society (PRSI), Delhi Chapter, where he actively guided and mentored the PR community. As he steps into a new chapter of retirement, the entire PFC family expressed deep gratitude for his lasting legacy, wishing him a future filled with good health, happiness, and fulfillment.

Beyond its core lending role, PFC has transitioned into a vital strategic partner for the Government of India, actively supporting the nation’s journey toward energy security. Smt. Parminder Chopra emphasized that the company’s resilience is deeply linked to the national agenda, particularly through the prioritized funding of the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) and critical support for State Power Utilities. This proactive approach ensures that as national power demand reaches record highs, PFC remains at the forefront of fueling a sustainable and energy-secure future for the country.

Looking ahead, PFC is aggressively diversifying its portfolio to include emerging infrastructure sectors such as logistics, waste-to-energy, and e-mobility. By leveraging its Maharatna status to access competitive funding from domestic and international markets, the corporation is maintaining a solid financial trajectory that supports India’s broader infrastructure goals. This commitment to long-term excellence and strategic financing positions PFC not just as a financial powerhouse, but as a key architect in building a modern, efficient, and self-reliant energy landscape for India.

The “Finance Leader of the Year” award celebrates Smt. Chopra’s exceptional contributions to the finance industry, she served as an inspiring role model for aspiring finance professionals. Her outstanding achievements in financial management, strategic decision-making, and driving organisational growth have left an indelible mark on the world of finance.

ET Prime Women Leadership Awards, India’s most prestigious awards programme for women leaders, honours eminent personalities from India Inc. and beyond, recognising their achievements in overcoming challenges, promoting diversity and inclusion, and reshaping the landscape of women in leadership across industries. Smt. Chopra emerged as a deserving winner, as determined by a distinguished jury panel headed by Ms Naina Lal Kidwai and other renowned jurors, following a rigorous shortlisting and evaluation process.

Smt. Parminder Chopra is a qualified Cost Accountant and an MBA. With an illustrious career spanning over three and a half decades, she has held crucial positions in Power Sector behemoths. Her visionary approach, meticulous financial planning, and sound decision-making have significantly contributed to PFC’s sustained growth and profitability & journey from Navratna to Maharatna.

Under Smt. Chopra’s leadership, PFC continues to make substantial strides in the Power, Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Finance sectors, positively impacting the nation’s energy landscape.

She joined PFC in 2005 and was working as an Executive Director (Finance) before assuming charge as Director (Finance) in PFC. She has handled a gamut of finance portfolios such as resource mobilization from domestic as well as international markets, banking & treasury, asset liability management, stressed assets resolution etc.