A senior leader at Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, Manju Gupta brings over three decades of experience in transmission planning, regulatory frameworks, and national grid development. As Executive Director at Central Transmission Utility of India Limited, she has played a key role in shaping policies related to open access, tariff mechanisms, and renewable energy integration. She is also actively involved in initiatives promoting women’s participation in the energy sector, reflecting her commitment to building a more inclusive and future-ready industry.

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The session brought together global leaders from the energy sector to deliberate on advancing diversity, inclusion, and equitable leadership across the industry. During the discussion, Shri Uttam Lal highlighted NHPC’s people-first philosophy and emphasized the importance of progressive HR policies, inclusive workplace practices, and sustained leadership commitment in empowering women across technical, operational, and decision-making roles.

He underlined that diversity and inclusion are not merely social imperatives but strategic enablers that drive innovation, organizational resilience, and sustainable growth in the energy sector. The panel also stressed the need for institutional reforms, focused talent development, and cultural transformation to fully harness the potential of a diverse workforce.

NHPC reaffirmed its commitment to building an inclusive, future-ready organization that promotes equal opportunities and contributes meaningfully to India’s clean energy and sustainability goals.

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