New Delhi: Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Power, has been awarded the prestigious title of “Most Admired Infrastructure Debt Financer – Power” at the ET Now Infra Focus Summit & Awards 2025. The recognition reinforces PFC’s pivotal role in financing India’s power sector and supporting its transition toward clean and sustainable energy infrastructure.
Award Received for Outstanding Contributions to Power & Renewable Financing
The award was received by Mr. Rajiv Ranjan Jha, Director (Projects), PFC, on behalf of the corporation. The honour was presented by Col. Parikshit Mehra, Secretary, Government of Telangana, and Mr. Amit Shanbaug, Editor, ET Now B2B, during a prestigious ceremony that brought together leaders from across the infrastructure and energy sectors.
This accolade celebrates PFC’s strong performance in enabling large-scale financing for power generation, transmission, and renewable energy projects across the country. As one of India’s largest infrastructure financing institutions, PFC has played a central role in addressing the capital needs of the sector, helping both public and private players bring critical power projects to life.
PFC’s Role in Accelerating India’s Energy Transformation
Over the years, PFC has emerged as a leading financier of India’s energy transition, extending its footprint beyond conventional power to support emerging sectors such as solar, wind, energy storage, and smart grid solutions. The company has been instrumental in providing debt and structured finance solutions that enable long-gestation infrastructure projects to get off the ground.
In recent years, PFC has also aligned its operations with India’s climate goals, participating in financing green energy corridors, renewable parks, and decarbonisation initiatives. This award underscores the Corporation’s efforts in driving innovation, improving energy access, and ensuring financial sustainability within the sector.
Leadership Speaks
Commenting on the recognition, Mr. Rajiv Ranjan Jha noted that the award is a testament to PFC’s unwavering commitment to supporting India’s energy goals through robust, reliable, and innovative financing models. He highlighted that PFC’s emphasis on governance, risk management, and sustainability continues to strengthen its position as a preferred lender in the infrastructure domain.
About PFC
Power Finance Corporation Limited is a premier non-banking financial company (NBFC) in India, classified as a Maharatna PSU. It primarily caters to the financial needs of the power and energy sector, including generation, distribution, and transmission. The company is also playing an increasingly critical role in facilitating renewable energy integration and energy transition projects, both domestically and internationally.
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