New Delhi: NHPC Ltd, a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) and a leading power generation company, has announced the promotion of two senior officials to the position of Executive Director.
Mr Amitabh Jha and Ms Manisha Shrivastava have been appointed as Executive Directors effective from June 1, 2025, marking a significant shift in the company’s senior management team.
Profiles of the Newly Appointed Executive Directors
Mr Amitabh Jha, a graduate in Electrical Engineering (B.E.), joined NHPC on June 9, 1997. With 28 years of extensive experience in the power sector, Jha has contributed significantly to various operational and strategic roles within NHPC.
Ms Manisha Shrivastava, also holding a B.E. degree in Electrical Engineering, joined NHPC on June 10, 1997. Her long tenure and expertise have been instrumental in driving NHPC’s growth and operational excellence.
Strategic Importance of the Appointments
The appointment of Amitabh Jha and Manisha Shrivastava as Executive Directors underscores NHPC’s focus on strengthening its leadership to meet the evolving challenges of the power sector. Their combined expertise is expected to bolster NHPC’s commitment to sustainable power generation and operational efficiency.
About NHPC
Founded in 1975, NHPC Limited is a leading public sector hydropower company, which has recently diversified into solar, wind, tidal, and geothermal energy projects, aligning with India’s renewable energy goals. At present, NHPC is a Navaratna enterprise of the Government of India and among the top ten companies in the country in terms of investment base. Baira Suil Power station in Salooni tehsil of Chamba district was the first project undertaken by NHPC.
