NHPC Appoints Rajendra Prasad Goyal as the New Chairman and MD
Rajendra Prasad Goyal, the Director of Finance at NHPC, has taken on the additional responsibility of serving as the Chairman and Managing Director of NHPC Limited. NHPC is India's prominent hydropower company and a Schedule 'A' enterprise of the Indian government. Goyal, who began his career with NHPC as a Finance Professional on November 18, 1988, has demonstrated consistent advancement in his professional journey, marked by a steadfast commitment to responsibility, ethics, and dedication to the organization.
Goyal is a certified member of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India and possesses a Master of Commerce degree from Rajasthan University, Jaipur. With over 35 years of extensive experience in various financial domains within NHPC, he holds profound expertise. Additionally, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of the financial, contractual, and regulatory aspects inherent in both the construction and operation of hydropower projects.
Goyal serves as the Chairman of NHPC Subsidiaries, including Lanco Teesta Hydro Power Limited (LTHPL), Jal Power Corporation Limited (JPCL), Bundelkhand Solar Energy Limited (BSUL), and NHPC Renewable Energy Limited (NREL). Additionally, he holds the position of Chairman at NHDC Limited, Chenab Valley Power Projects Pvt. Ltd. (CVPPPL), Ratle Hydroelectric Power Corporation Ltd. (RHPCL), and Loktak Downstream Hydroelectric Corporation Ltd. (LDHCL) as a Nominee Director on their respective Boards. Moreover, Goyal is an esteemed member of the Executive Board at the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) based in New Delhi.
Goyal demonstrates outstanding leadership qualities, diligence, clear conceptual thinking, and professionalism. His track record as a proficient finance professional speaks for itself, contributing significantly to NHPC's ongoing development. NHPC stands to gain immensely from Goyal's extensive and varied expertise.