New Delhi : NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower company and a leading Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Power, has officially announced that Shri Paresh Rasiklal Ranpara has assumed charge as the company’s Director (Personnel) with effect from July 30, 2026.
The development was disclosed through an official regulatory filing submitted to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations.
The assumption of charge marks the formal commencement of Ranpara’s tenure as the head of NHPC’s human resources and personnel management functions, strengthening the company’s leadership team.
Appointment Now Officially Effective
The latest stock exchange filing confirms that Shri Paresh Rasiklal Ranpara has officially taken over the responsibilities of Director (Personnel). The company had previously informed the stock exchanges on July 27, 2026, following the issuance of the appointment order by the Ministry of Power and the approval of the NHPC Board of Directors.
With the assumption of charge now completed, the appointment has become operational, ensuring continuity in the company’s human resource leadership.
Regulatory Disclosure
The company notified the exchanges through an official filing under SEBI LODR Regulations, providing investors and stakeholders with the latest update regarding the appointment.
- BSE Scrip Code: 533098
- NSE Symbol: NHPC
NHPC also confirmed that:
- Shri Paresh Rasiklal Ranpara is not related to any existing Director of the company.
- He has not been debarred by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) or any other regulatory or statutory authority from holding the office of Director.
These disclosures are part of the corporate governance requirements prescribed under the SEBI Listing Regulations.
Extensive Experience in Human Resource Management
Paresh Ranpara brings with him decades of experience in human resource management across both State and Central Public Sector Undertakings in the power sector.
Throughout his career, he has managed HR functions in organizations of varying sizes and has developed expertise in workforce planning, organizational development, and strategic human capital management.
Before joining NHPC, he held several key leadership positions, including:
- Senior HR roles in Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Limited (MGVCL).
- Leadership responsibilities at Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL).
- Director (HR) at Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid-India), a position he assumed in May 2023.
Key Areas of Expertise
During his professional career, Ranpara has played a significant role in strengthening HR practices within the power sector. His experience includes:
- Large-scale recruitment and talent acquisition
- Workforce upskilling and capability development
- Employee engagement initiatives
- Succession planning and leadership development
- Energy transition workforce readiness
- Human resource policy formulation and implementation
His expertise is expected to support NHPC as it continues expanding its renewable energy portfolio and strengthening its organizational capabilities.
Strengthening NHPC’s Leadership Team
With Paresh Ranpara formally assuming office, NHPC now has a full-time Director (Personnel) on its Board.
The appointment comes at an important time for the company as it continues to expand beyond hydropower into solar, wind, and other renewable energy projects while enhancing its human capital to support long-term growth.
A dedicated Director (Personnel) is expected to play a key role in aligning NHPC’s workforce strategy with its expanding business operations, digital transformation initiatives, and future energy transition goals.
About NHPC Limited
NHPC Limited is one of India’s largest hydropower generation companies and a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power. The company develops, owns, and operates hydroelectric, solar, and other renewable energy projects across the country and plays a crucial role in India’s clean energy transition.
Key Highlights
- Shri Paresh Rasiklal Ranpara has officially assumed charge as Director (Personnel) of NHPC Limited on July 30, 2026.
- His appointment was previously announced on July 27, 2026, following approval by the Ministry of Power and the NHPC Board.
- The assumption of charge was disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
- NHPC informed both the BSE (Scrip Code: 533098) and the NSE (Symbol: NHPC).
- The company confirmed that Ranpara is not related to any existing Director and is not debarred by SEBI or any other authority from holding the position.
- He brings extensive experience in human resource management, talent development, employee engagement, succession planning, and power sector workforce management from organizations including MGVCL, GUVNL, and Grid-India.
- With his assumption of office, NHPC’s Board now has a full-time Director (Personnel) in place.
Source: Official regulatory filing submitted by NHPC Limited to the BSE and NSE on July 30, 2026.
