Lucknow: Surya Narayan Panigrahi has assumed charge as Executive Director (HR) of the Northern Region Headquarters (NRHQ) of NTPC Limited, effective June 8, 2026. In his new role, he will lead human resources operations for the Northern Region while also overseeing HR functions of the Southern Region.
Over 36 Years of Experience in HR Leadership
A seasoned HR professional with over 36 years of experience in NTPC Limited, Surya Narayan Panigrahi has contributed extensively across multiple domains of human resource management, including:
- Recruitment and talent acquisition
- Training and development
- Industrial relations
- Employee welfare and administration
- Security management
- CSR initiatives
- HR digitalization
His long-standing service reflects deep expertise in managing large-scale workforce systems in the power sector.
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Extensive Experience Across NTPC Power Stations
During his career, he has worked at several major installations of NTPC Limited across India, including:
- Talcher Kaniha (Odisha)
- Vindhyachal (Madhya Pradesh)
- APCPL Jhajjar (Haryana)
- Tanda (Uttar Pradesh)
- Corporate Centre (New Delhi)
- Southern Region (Hyderabad)
His diverse experience across multiple regions has strengthened his expertise in organizational HR systems and employee engagement.
Key Role in HR Digital Transformation
At the Corporate Centre of NTPC Limited, Panigrahi played a crucial role in implementing major HR technology systems, including:
- PeopleSoft HRMS
- SAP ERP systems
These initiatives significantly modernized and digitized HR processes across the organization, improving efficiency and transparency.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
He has held several key leadership positions, including:
- Head of HR at Tanda Super Thermal Power Station
- Regional Head of HR for NTPC Southern Region
- Additional responsibility for HR at Northern Region Headquarters (December 2025)
With his recent elevation, he now serves as Executive Director (HR), strengthening strategic HR leadership across regions.
Known for People-Centric Leadership
Widely respected within the organization, Surya Narayan Panigrahi is known for his people-centric leadership approach, strategic thinking, and commitment to organizational excellence. His leadership is expected to further strengthen NTPC’s HR policies and support workforce development and transformation initiatives.
About NTPC Limited
NTPC Limited is India’s largest power generation company and a Maharatna PSU under the Government of India. It is primarily engaged in the generation of electricity through thermal, hydro, solar, and renewable energy sources, playing a key role in meeting the country’s growing energy demands while advancing clean and sustainable energy development.
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