View Point
Vikram Gandotra, President, IEEMA
“I’m honoured to be leading IEEMA at this time of great change and opportunity for our industry. My focus will be on working together to boost our global competitiveness, promote innovation, and achieve sustainable growth. We will continue to strengthen our focus on policy advocacy and effective government engagements. IEEMA has significantly expanded international outreach over the years, and we will further intensify efforts to explore new markets and work on establishing a trade facilitation centre to help our industry expand into new regions. We will continue to drive initiatives on quality, safety, reliability and startups, while also making new strides towards skilling programs. I am optimistic that with the collective effort of my colleagues in the presidium and the industry at large, we will create opportunities for our industry to scale greater heights.”
(Vikram Gandotra expressed this view on his recent appointment as President, IEEMA, for the 2025-26 term. See related story.)
Prashant Singh, CEO & Co-Founder, Blue Planet Environmental Solutions
- Mar 17, 2025
“Every discarded item holds the potential for a new beginning. A plastic bottle could be reborn as fabric, an old circuit board could yield valuable metals, and yesterday’s waste could fuel tomorrow’s innovations. On this Global Recycling Day, we reaffirm our commitment to transforming waste into opportunity, advancing sustainable waste management and resource recovery for a cleaner, greener future.
Vijay Karia, Chairman & Managing Director, Ravin Group
- Dec 10, 2024
“National Energy Conservation Day (NECD) is a reminder of the pivotal role industries must play in driving sustainability. As a cable manufacturer, our commitment continues when we look at our energy-efficient solutions that avoid energy wastage. We aim to provide a green future. Electrical cables and accessories are recognized as the main tools for generating energy transmissions and minimizing losses through systems.
By innovating materials, designs, and technology continuously, we enhance energy efficiencies and contribute to national energy conservation objectives through our products. We aim to empower and educate the industry to lower their carbon footprint while maximizing safety and performance.
As of today, let’s pledge to make energy conservation a way of life. Together, let the world be keeping a sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come”.
Vijay Karia, Chairman & Managing Director at Ravin Group expressed this view ahead of National Energy Conservation Day (NECD) that falls on December 14, 2024. India has been celebrating NECD every year since 1991; NECD celebrations are spearheaded by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
Rajesh Ganesh, MD & CEO, Bajel Projects Ltd
- Nov 14, 2024
“Our growth is a result of our continued focus on executing a strong order book. We have a long way to go, our current focus is on laying a solid foundation for the future. Going forward, we will focus on organisational building, improving efficiency, achieving execution excellence, and proactively managing risk.”
(Rajesh Ganesh expressed this view on the company’s performance during Q2FY25 in which Bajel Projects recorded a year-on-year growth of 231 per cent in revenue, from Rs.199.96 crore in Q2FY24 to Rs.662.41 crore in Q2FY25.)
Rajiv Ranjan Mishra, Managing Director, Apraava Energy
- Jun 10, 2024
“I extend my congratulations to Shri Narendra Modi for his third term as our nation’s leader. The Government’s efforts under his leadership in reforming India’s power sector are commendable. We look forward to work closely with the Government to enable a just energy transition for India by strengthening the renewable energy and transmission segments and exploring low-carbon areas such as smart metering, green hydrogen and battery storage.”
Rajiv Ranjan Mishra expressed this view on welcoming the third term of the NDA government, and Mr Narendra Modi securing his third successive term as India’s Prime Minister.
Gyanesh Chaudhary, Chairman & Managing Director, Vikram Solar
- May 31, 2024
“We at Vikram Solar renew our pledge to advance India’s climate goals and foster a sustainable tomorrow. Recognizing our critical role as leaders in renewable energy, we are more determined than ever to confront climate change head-on and champion sustainable practices. By harnessing solar power, we not only fuel our nation’s transition to cleaner energy but also catalyse the shift toward a more sustainable way of living. Moreover, our commitment extends to minimizing our environmental footprint through initiatives like adopting paperless operations. This approach is not merely about powering homes and industries—it is about pioneering innovations that inspire global environmental stewardship. By aligning our actions with these principles, we illuminate the path to a resilient, green future, proving that technological advancement and ecological responsibility can indeed coexist.”
Gyanesh Chaudhary expressed this view ahead of World Environment Day 2024 that falls on June 5, 2024.
Dr. Praveer Sinha, CEO & Managing Director, Tata Power
- May 8, 2024
“The Odisha discoms have demonstrated the success of the Public Private Partnership model and are now profitable within a short span of three years. We are well-poised to take on newer power distribution opportunities once they open for privatization.”
Dr. Sinha was quoted in a release announcing Tata Power’s financial results for FY24. See related story.
Kiran Dutt, President Electrification, ABB India
- May 7, 2024
“We at ABB India are proud to be part of this 100-year old legacy of MCBs enhancing electrical safety in India and around the world. Our future-focused portfolio centres on achieving energy efficiency and transparent, sustainable practices.”
(Kiran Dutt said this in the context of ABB recently completing the 100th anniversary of its miniature circuit breaker (MCB). Read full story)
Vimal Kejriwal, MD & CEO, KEC International Ltd
- Mar 22, 2024
““We are happy with the new order wins across our business verticals, especially the breakthrough order for supply of power transmission conductors. This accomplishment aligns with our strategy of backward integration and capitalizing opportunities within the continuously growing demand for power transmission conductors globally.”
Vimal Kejriwal expressed this view on KEC International winning its first-ever order for power transmission conductors.
N. Venu, MD & CEO, India and South Asia, Hitachi Energy
- Dec 22, 2023
As we draw the curtain on 2023, the world stares at the rapid depletion of natural resources and imminent climate changes impacting the ecosystem. Global average temperatures were already inching above pre-industrial levels (+1.8°C), and greenhouse gas emissions reached a new high (57.4 GtCO2e in the previous recorded year). This ongoing phenomenon has brought the world together to phase down fossil fuel usage for a sustainable future.