The programme focused on policy and regulatory aspects of electricity distribution and brought together professionals from leading power distribution utilities, including MSEDCL, MGVCL, PGVCL and PSPCL. Led by Dr. Brijesh Bhatt, Head of Management Development Programmes at NSB, the initiative aimed to strengthen participants’ understanding of evolving regulatory frameworks, distribution reforms, and financial and operational efficiency. The sessions also facilitated knowledge sharing, cross-utility learning and discussions on strategies to improve service delivery and the sustainability of India’s electricity distribution sector.

The recognition celebrates PFC’s leadership, innovation and pivotal role in financing India’s energy transition, climate resilience and sustainable infrastructure development.

The session was graced by Smt. Parminder Chopra, CMD, PFC; Shri Rajesh Kumar Agarwal, Director (Finance); Shri V. Packirisamy, Director (Commercial); and Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, CVO, PFC.

Her inspiring journey encouraged employees to embrace the champion’s mindset of perseverance, courage and excellence in every endeavour.

A memorable interaction that reinforced the spirit of sports, excellence and perseverance.

Welcoming the distinguished gathering, REC Limited Chairman and Managing Director Jitendra Srivastava highlighted the organization’s historic evolution over the past 57 years. He detailed REC’s successful transformation from a dedicated rural electrification financing body into a premier national infrastructure financing institution. Credit was attributed to the collective efforts of employees, stakeholders, and partners, with Srivastava emphasizing that REC’s ongoing growth stems from its ability to adapt to shifting national priorities while remaining aligned with sustainable development goals.

A central focus of the celebration was the employee recognition ceremony, which honored outstanding individual performances across the organization. Those awarded the Employee of the Year title were acknowledged for their exceptional dedication, professionalism, and contributions to organizational growth. Management noted that the awards went beyond individual recognition, serving to reinforce a corporate culture anchored in teamwork, integrity, and operational excellence, while honoring the workforce as the company’s greatest strategic asset.

Having financed critical power generation, transmission, distribution, and rural electrification projects for over five decades, REC is now positioning itself for future clean energy transitions. As India’s energy landscape expands into renewables, green infrastructure, and digital advancements, REC continues to adapt its financial offerings to support sustainable development. The 57th Foundation Day closed with congratulations to all award recipients as the REC family renewed its commitment to powering the nation’s future.