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Manish Kumar Assumes Charge as Member Finance at Damodar Valley Corporation

Newsmantra — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:53:38 +0000

KOLKATA. Damodar Valley Corporation has announced the appointment of Shri Manish Kumar as Member (Finance), effective from June 16, 2026. He brings extensive experience and deep roots in the power sector to the corporation, along with significant expertise in financial management and strategic leadership.

Welcoming him to the new leadership role, DVC stated that his guidance will greatly strengthen the organization’s ongoing efforts. The corporation remains dedicated to its core mission of supporting India’s economic growth through reliable power generation and robust infrastructure development.

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Sidhartha Sankar Das Takes Charge as Member-Secretary of DVC

Newsmantra — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:22:36 +0000

KOLKATA. Shri Sidhartha Sankar Das has assumed charge as Member-Secretary of Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), bringing with him nearly three decades of rich experience in the power sector and human resource management. A seasoned HR professional with significant contributions to organizational development and national labour policy, Das is widely recognized for his leadership in workforce transformation and employee engagement initiatives. His appointment is expected to further strengthen DVC’s commitment to operational excellence, people-centric growth and sustainable development in the power sector.

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Renu Narang Honored with Woman of the Year Award by Cricket Legend K Srikkanth

Newsmantra — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:51:44 +0000

NEW DELHI. Ms. Renu Narang, the CEO of NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN), has been officially recognized with the prestigious Woman of the Year Award for her outstanding contributions to India’s power and renewable energy sector. The award was presented to her by the legendary veteran cricketer, Sh. Krishnamachari Srikkanth, highlighting her immense impact as a trailblazing leader. Under her strategic vision, she has built an inspiring legacy centered on advancing sustainable energy solutions and driving excellence in corporate leadership across the country.

As the head of NVVN, Ms. Narang has played a pivotal role in accelerating India’s energy transition through major power trading operations and solar rooftop initiatives. Her multi-decade career spans finance and corporate governance, allowing her to successfully champion innovative clean energy programs and carbon market development. This well-deserved recognition celebrates a distinguished executive who continues to inspire future generations of women leaders while driving a positive, lasting impact on the nation’s green energy landscape.

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Power Foundation of India Explores Greater Role in Power Sector Development

Newsmantra — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:41:37 +0000

NEW DELHI: Dr. R.K. Tyagi, Director General of the Power Foundation of India, met Smt. Parminder Chopra, Chairman and Managing Director of Power Finance Corporation (PFC), and briefed her on the Foundation’s ongoing initiatives and activities. The meeting also focused on exploring ways to further strengthen the Foundation’s contribution to the growth and development of India’s power sector, with discussions centred on supporting key industry priorities and advancing the sector’s long-term objectives.

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Shri C. Satya Rama Krishna Elevated as Executive Director, NTPC Barh

Newsmantra — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:37:36 +0000

PATNA. NTPC has elevated C. Satya Rama Krishna to the position of Executive Director. A 1990 batch Executive Trainee, he currently heads NTPC Barh Super Thermal Power Station and brings over three decades of experience in power generation and operations.

A Mechanical/Electrical power sector professional of the 1990 Executive Trainee batch, Shri Krishna joined NTPC on 26 October 1990 and has since held several key positions across major NTPC stations. An engineering graduate from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University and a Post Graduate Diploma holder in Computer Science, he has built extensive expertise in thermal power plant operations, maintenance, fuel management, ash management and business leadership.

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Power Grid Appoints Anjana Luthra as Company Secretary and Venkata SV as CFO

Newsmantra — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:32:37 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Board of Directors of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has approved key leadership appointments to its senior management team. Anjana Luthra has been appointed as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer with immediate effect. A Fellow Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, she previously served as General Manager (Company Secretariat) and brings over 25 years of extensive experience spanning corporate governance, legal affairs, compliance, finance, and investor relations.

Concurrently, Venkata Subrahamanayam Vallurie has been named the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from July 1, 2026. Currently serving as the Chief General Manager (Finance & Accounts) within the organization, Vallurie is a qualified Cost Accountant with a distinguished career of over 35 years. His three decades of service with Power Grid encompass deep expertise in financial accounting, resource mobilization, ERP implementation, internal audit, and core finance operations.

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Amol Babulal Taori Recommended as Director Finance of Power Grid

Newsmantra — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:26:28 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) panel has recommended the name of Shri Amol Babulal Taori for the position of Director (Finance) at Power Grid Corporation of India Limited. He is currently serving as the Executive Director (International Trade) at Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL).

Shri Taori was selected for the top finance role from a competitive pool of 12 candidates interviewed by the selection board. The shortlisted contenders included senior executives from Power Grid, Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid-India), Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), and Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited, among other major enterprises.

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Premlata Assumes Charge as Executive Director HR at NTPC Limited

Newsmantra — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:16:24 +0000

NEW DELHI. Ms Premlata has officially taken charge as the Executive Director (HR) at NTPC Limited, bringing more than three decades of rich experience to the apex human resources role. Over her distinguished career, she has developed deep expertise across core HR domains, including talent acquisition, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and workforce transformation. Having climbed the ranks within the NTPC ecosystem, her elevation to this leadership position underscores her profound understanding of the organization’s culture and strategic people objectives.

Prior to this appointment, she served as the Chief General Manager and Regional Head of HR for Western Region-II, alongside handling responsibilities as the Chief Human Resources Officer at NSPCL, a joint venture of NTPC and SAIL. In these roles, she successfully spearheaded major strategic talent management programs, industrial relations initiatives, and capability-building frameworks. Her journey within the power major reflects a steady ascent through key responsibilities, having started her career from the grassroots level as an Executive Trainee in Personnel.

In her new capacity as Executive Director, Premlata is slated to drive NTPC’s overarching people strategy, leadership development agenda, and workplace transformation initiatives. Her vast experience across regional operations and joint ventures will be instrumental as NTPC continues to align its human capital with evolving sectoral demands and organizational excellence goals.

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Shri Rajesh Kumar Chandel Takes Charge as Director (Projects) at SJVN

Newsmantra — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:11:16 +0000

Shimla. Shri Rajesh Kumar Chandel has officially assumed charge as Director (Projects) of SJVN, a prominent Navratna CPSE, receiving warm congratulations from CMD Shri Bhupender Gupta, Director (Personnel) Shri Ajay Kumar Sharma, and other senior officials.

Bringing over 35 years of robust power sector experience with a core specialization in hydro power, Shri Chandel has a proven track record in project conceptualization, strategic planning, execution, monitoring, and international coordination across India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

His distinguished career includes serving as OSD to the CMD, heading major wholly owned subsidiaries in Nepal to oversee the 900 MW Arun-3 and 669 MW Lower Arun Hydro Electric Projects, commissioning the 1020 MW project in Bhutan as MD of PHPA-II, and leading the 66 MW Dhaulasidh Project in India. An expert in handling complex engineering tasks, his technical journey highlights nearly eight years dedicated to constructing the Head Race Tunnel for the landmark 1500 MW Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station, alongside versatile corporate leadership roles since joining SJVN in 1994.

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PESB Selects DVC Executive P L S S Chaitanya Prakash as Director for NLC India

Newsmantra — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:16:50 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Public Enterprises Selection Board recommended Shri P L S S Chaitanya Prakash for the position of Director (Power) at NLC India Limited during its meeting on June 9, 2026. Currently serving as the Executive Director (Operations) at the Damodar Valley Corporation, Shri Chaitanya Prakash was selected by the board ahead of ten other contenders who were competing for the prestigious leadership role.

Shri Chaitanya Prakash brings a wealth of specialized expertise and extensive experience in power sector operations to his new appointment. Throughout his distinguished career at Damodar Valley Corporation, one of India’s oldest and largest multi-purpose river valley projects, he has successfully managed significant installed generation capacities. His proven track record in large-scale utility management is expected to drive operational excellence at NLC India Limited.

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