Sanjay Kumar Singh has assumed the role of Director (Projects) at NHPC Limited, India’s leading hydropower company, as of July 24, 2024. Singh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and has over 32 years of experience in the Power and Infrastructure sectors, including significant projects in India and Bhutan.
Before joining NHPC, Sanjay Kumar Singh was the Chief General Manager at SJVN Ltd. He led several key projects, including the Sunni Dam, Naitwar Mori, Luhri Stage II, and Jhakhol Sankri hydroelectric projects. He also served as the CEO of STPL, a subsidiary of SJVN Ltd. Singh played a crucial role in constructing major components of the Nathpa Jhakri and Tala hydroelectric projects and was involved in pre-construction activities for the Devsari Hydroelectric Project.
Singh’s expertise spans project construction, survey and investigation, preparation of detailed project reports and cost estimates, bid document formulation, bid evaluation, contract management, and project planning and monitoring.
NHPC Limited is the largest hydropower development organization in India, responsible for handling all stages of hydropower projects from conceptualization to commissioning. In addition to its primary focus on hydropower, NHPC has diversified into the development of Solar and Wind energy.
As of March 31, 2024, NHPC’s total installed capacity is 7144.20 MW. This capacity includes 6971.20 MW from 22 Hydro Power Stations, 123 MW from three Solar Power Projects, and 50 MW from a Wind Power Project. Notably, NHPC’s hydropower capacity of 6971.20 MW represents about 14.85% of India’s total installed hydropower capacity, which is 46928.17 MW.
