Lakhpat Rai Goyal is a seasoned finance professional with over 33 years of PSU experience. He has led payroll‚ budgeting‚ audits‚ and ERP implementation at PowerGrid Corporation of India and NHPC. Known for his expertise in SAP and trust fund management‚ he brings a deep commitment to financial efficiency‚ compliance‚ and organisational excellence. Outside of work‚ he enjoys watching cricket‚ playing table tennis‚ and listening to music.

Anurag Bhagat is an experienced marketing and communication professional with over two decades of experience. He has worked with organisations such as Coca-Cola India, Indian Express Group, and DSM India. He was a part of the G20 India team with the Ministry of Power, Government of India. He holds an MBA from the Asian Institute of Management, Philippines, and is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi. He is passionate about outdoor travel & sports.

Sudhir Kumar Thakur is an HR professional with over 21 years of experience. He holds a dual Master’s degree in business administration‚ and Library and information science‚ and a Bachelor’s degree in commerce from the University of Delhi. He possesses a natural talent for singing effortlessly captivating attention on any occasion.

Himanshu Chawla has around 16 years of experience in the power sector across State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (DERC and HERC), commissioning of a 2×600 MW power plant at Essar Power, and consultancy at ICRA. He holds a B.Tech (Power–Electrical), an MBA (Power), and a qualification in Climate Change from the University of British Columbia. He last served as Joint Director (Tariff-Engineering) at DERC and was recognised as a Renewable Energy Leader – Top 40 Under 40.

Praveen Kumar Singh has vast experience in the power sector. He superannuated as Director (Commercial), Power Finance Corporation Ltd. He has served on the board of over 15 companies including REC Ltd. He did his B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT BHU, M.Tech from IIT Delhi, and MBA from the University of Houston, USA. He is a sports enthusiast and an active marathoner.

Pardeep Jindal has over 30 years of experience in the power sector. In his previous role‚ he was Chief Engineer‚ CEA. He had played a pivotal role in shaping regional and national grid systems‚ electricity market‚ cross–border trade‚ and associated rules‚ regulations and policies. He did his B.Sc. (Engineering) from NIT Kurukshetra and an M.Tech. from IIT Delhi. Beyond work‚ he enjoys cooking and practicing yoga.

Anand Bisht has over 37 years of experience with the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC). He has a Master′s degree in Communication from Kurukshetra University and a Bachelor′s in Arts from Kumaon University.

Ratan Shome has over 30 years of experience in system modelling, simulation, optimization, and data analytics. He has a B. Tech from IIT Kharagpur and an M. Tech from the National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi University. Beyond work, he is a cinephile and an avid follower of football.

Dr. Jagannath Mallick is a researcher, with over 17 years of experience in Economics, empirical modeling and demand forecasting. He has collaborated with eminent institutions such as the University of Energy Hyogo, Japan, and the State Bank Institute of Leadership. He has received several prestigious awards and published over fifty papers. During his leisure time, he enjoys staying updated with the latest news and playing badminton.

Ekta Grover has over 10 years of experience in controlling and reviewing financial data, planning, monitoring internal controls and managing audits. She has worked with multinational companies and NGOs. She is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Master’s degree in Commerce. She loves gardening in her free time.

Nikita Gupta has previously worked in several organisations including CERC, TRAI, IIPPL and CWS. She has authored numerous articles on the power sector. She holds a Master's degree in Economics from the Delhi School of Economics and a Bachelor's degree from Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University. She is a proficient Kathak dancer and finds joy in painting during her free time.

Ms. Sarima is an experienced communications professional with over 10 years across academia‚ media‚ and government institutions. She holds a Master‘s degree in New Media Communication from the Central University of Himachal Pradesh‚ where she was a Gold Medalist. Her research is published in national and international journals including papers on health communication‚ social media awareness‚ and digital engagement. She has worked with the Indian Institute of Mass Communication‚ New Delhi and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (Govt. of India)‚ and NCERT in distinct communication roles.

Sonu Kumar is a Senior Associate (Regulatory) with over 11 years of experience in the power sector, spanning renewable energy, power distribution, commercial operations, and regulatory affairs. He holds an MBA from the National Power Training Institute (NPTI), Faridabad. He has previously been associated with organisations such as Tata Power and Ernst

Roshni Sahu is a power sector professional with over six years of experience in research, power trading, and regulation. An MBA in Power Management from NPTI and a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, she has worked with DERC, Vaayu, Kreate Energy, and Enincon. Skilled in tariff modelling, market analysis, and policy research, she also holds a certification in Regulatory Governance from IICA. Outside work, Roshni enjoys writing poetry and painting.

Nikhil Kumar Singh is a Data Scientist with experience in agri-tech, manufacturing, optimisation of medicinal equipment, and pharmaceuticals. He is skilled in database management, visualisation, computer vision, and various programming languages. Nikhil holds an MTech in AI from NIT Uttarakhand and a BTech in Information Technology from GNDEC, Ludhiana. Outside of work, he enjoys playing chess and watching anime.

Nandita Nambiar holds an MA in Gender Studies from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University and a BA in English Literature from Hansraj College‚ University of Delhi. She is a media and communication professional and has served as Communications Manager at ISRN and Safecity–Red Dot Foundation. Besides work, Nandita is a Bharatanatyam performing artist and nurtures her creativity through photography‚ videography‚ and art.

Sunaina Saxena holds an M.Sc. degree in Economics with a specialization in Environment and Resource Economics from the TERI School of Advanced Studies‚ New Delhi. Previously‚ she worked as a research intern at TERI SAS‚ contributing to projects focused on the economic valuation of environmental goods in collaboration with organizations like The Nature Conservancy and Saraswati 2.0. She also holds a diploma in Kathak and is a fan of indie music.

Shishir Manohar holds a Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication‚ Delhi‚ and a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Patna University. With expertise in creative writing‚ branding‚ and graphic design‚ he gained valuable experience through internships at SAIL and NEWS NATION. Additionally‚ he is a passionate cinephile.

Abhishek Srivastava has over five years of experience in the power sector. He specializes in energy trading‚ scheduling‚ regulatory affairs‚ and elevating operational efficiency through cutting–edge business strategies. He did his B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies. Beyond work‚ he enjoys playing and watching cricket.

Bhanu Pachouri has over four years of expertise in the power sector‚ particularly in power distribution and Power Markets. He has worked as an Energy Markets Analyst at ICF and Senior Executive at Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited. He holds a B.Tech in Power Engineering from the National Power Training Institute. He is passionate about outdoor travel and sports.

Shashwat Datta holds a Master′s degree in Renewable Energy Engineering and Management from TERI School of Advanced Studies‚ New Delhi‚ and has earned his bachelor′s degree in mechanical engineering. He is also an EDF Climate Corps Fellow and has worked with NSEFI on Agri–photovoltaics. He is a music enthusiast‚ a film buff‚ and is passionate about sports.

Hardeep Rajput is a passionate advocate for renewable energy‚ with extensive experience in solar plant commissioning‚ circular economy‚ and renewable energy policy. He has published three research papers on non-conventional energy generation and contributed to reports on climate governance and e−waste circular economy. Besides work, he’s an avid numismatist with a special interest in protohistoric coin collections‚ reflecting his broader appreciation for sustainability and history.

Keshav Thakur holds a Master′s in Public Policy and Governance from TISS‚ Mumbai‚ and a B.Tech in Civil Engineering from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University. He has worked at TERI‚ CEEW‚ and Chintan on EV retrofitting‚ GHG inventory‚ waste regulation‚ and land-use analysis. Proficient in STATA and QGIS‚ he advances equitable energy transition through evidence-based‚ policy-driven solutions. An avid traveller‚ Keshav enjoys cricket‚ football‚ and badminton‚ drawing insights from diverse cultures to enrich his public policy perspective.

Jayant Manohar Joshi is an emerging expert in energy efficiency, climate change, GHG accounting, and sustainable development. He holds a Master’s in Energy Management and a Bachelor’s in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. He has contributed to the decarbonization pathway and policy research with ICF Consulting for the Indian industrial sector. Outside of work, Jayant also enjoys playing the flute and guitar and solving mathematical problems.

Kartik holds an MBA in Sustainability Management from TERI School of Advanced Studies‚ New Delhi and a B. Tech in Civil Engineering. He has previously worked with Indigo Airlines and TERI on ESG reporting and energy-related projects. Kartik holds a keen interest in exploring the sustainability of the Power Sector. Besides work‚ he is a bibliophile and a music enthusiast.

Sonika holds a master’s degree in Regulatory Policy and Governance from TISS Mumbai, with a sector specialisation in electricity regulation. She has previously worked with Quality Council of India, Reliance Jio-BP, MoHUA, CEEW; on regulatory and policy landscape of EV Industry, Electric mobility transition through GESI lens, NCAP accountability mapping, “The Green Book” on municipal green bonds and National impact assessment framework including Smart energy and transport. Outside her professional work, she explores creative pursuits, including DIY crafts and fiction reading and writing.

Sandeep Kumar is an Associate (Regulatory) with a Master’s degree in Instrumentation and over three years of experience in power sector regulation. His work focuses on tariff design for sector utilities, assessment of renewable energy integration, energy transition, and RPO compliance. He contributes to regulatory policy research, comparative and international analysis, and supports the preparation of analytical notes, regulatory submissions, and research publications. He enjoys exploring regional cuisines and cultures.

Sukanya holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Governance and an Honours degree in Political Science from Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi. She has previously worked at the Indian Institute of Public Administration on projects including the launch of India’s first indigenously developed hydrogen fuel-cell bus and UNESCO’s #SpotlightRed initiative. She is entering the power sector with a keen interest in energy and regulatory policy and a strong eagerness to learn. A professionally trained Kathak dancer, she is also deeply passionate about music.

Mehul Kumar Morwal is an Associate (Regulatory) with 2.8 years of professional experience across the energy and technology sectors. He has previously worked with organisations such as Torrent Power and LTI Mindtree, contributing to regulatory analysis and operational strategy. He holds an MBA and enjoys playing cricket and badminton in his leisure time.