Power Grid Appoints Akhilesh Pathak as Director (Projects)
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited announced the appointment of Shri Akhilesh Pathak as Director (Projects). He assumed charge on 30th September, 2026, and his tenure extends until 31st May, 2028. Shri Pathak brings over 32 years of experience in the power sector.
The appointment of a Director (Projects) is a significant management change that can influence the company's strategic direction and project execution, thus having a medium-term impact.
The announcement is a routine management appointment and does not contain information that positively or negatively impacts the company's financial performance or outlook.
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) announced the appointment of Shri Akhilesh Pathak (DIN: 10830950) as Director (Projects) on its Board. The Ministry of Power conveyed this appointment via an order dated 30th September, 2026. Shri Pathak's tenure will be effective from his assumption of charge until his superannuation on 31st May, 2028, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Shri Akhilesh Pathak assumed charge as Director (Projects) on 30th September, 2026. The Board of Directors, in its meeting held on the same day, approved his appointment as Additional Director (Director (Projects)) in accordance with the Ministry of Power's order. Concurrently, Shri Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan, Chairman & Managing Director, relinquished the additional charge of Director (Projects).
Shri Pathak is not related to any Directors or Key Managerial Personnel of the Company and is not debarred from holding office by any SEBI order or other authority. He holds a graduate degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering and has over 32 years of experience in the power sector, with significant contributions in transmission system planning, project execution, and business development. He previously served as Executive Director, OSD (Projects) at POWERGRID.
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