Bengaluru, Sep 16th 2025: Tata Power, one of India’s largest integrated power companies, is proud to announce that its Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Sanjeev Churiwala, has been conferred with the prestigious ‘CFO of the Year’ award across all categories by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) at the 4th Edition of the CII CFO Excellence Awards 2024-2025 held in Hyderabad. The recognition underscores Mr. Churiwala’s outstanding contribution to driving financial excellence, sustainable growth, and strategic value creation.
This award, considered one of the most prestigious recognitions for finance leaders in the country, was presented to him in the presence of Shri Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, Telangana and other dignitaries along with eminent gathering of industry leaders, policymakers, and business stalwarts.
As the recipient of the ‘CFO of the Year’ award, he is recognized for his expertise in M&A, fundraising, and spearheading the creation of a comprehensive green energy platform in Tata Power.
A chartered accountant with an Executive MBA from London Business School, Mr. Churiwala has consistently driven transformation, governance, and long-term value creation for the last 30 years.
Under Mr Churiwala’s leadership, Tata Power has strengthened its financial resilience, advanced digital transformation in finance, and aligned capital allocation with its long-term clean energy ambitions.
This honour by CII reflects the broader endorsement of Tata Power’s purpose-led approach, where financial stewardship goes hand-in-hand with building a greener, more inclusive future.
The CFO Excellence Awards by CII are among the most respected recognitions for finance leaders in India. They are decided by an independent jury, and the assessment is carried out through a rigorous evaluation process covering all domains of finance. Winners are chosen through a careful selection process that looks beyond financial results to include leadership in governance, innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and ethical practices.
