SAEL Executive and Leadership Team

Laxit Awla, the Chief Executive Officer at SAEL, directs the company's overall strategic vision and operational execution. Overseeing all business units, the Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment with SAEL's mission to provide decarbonization solutions and facilitate India's adoption of clean energy. This leadership role involves driving growth in solar and waste-to-energy projects, as well as the manufacturing of solar modules. By optimizing the company's integrated approach, which spans development, financing, construction, and operation of renewable energy assets, Laxit Awla ensures SAEL contributes effectively to the nation's sustainable energy transition. The Chief Executive Officer's focus extends to enhancing energy access and promoting environmental stewardship across India, solidifying the company's market position.

Dushyant Chachra, the Chief Financial Officer at SAEL, manages all financial aspects of the company's operations. Overseeing financial planning, reporting, and capital allocation, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the fiscal health of SAEL's diverse portfolio, including solar and waste-to-energy projects. This critical role involves securing financing for new developments and managing the financial performance of existing assets, directly supporting the company's commitment to clean and affordable energy. Dushyant Chachra's strategic financial guidance is essential for SAEL's integrated approach, from project inception through to long-term operation. By optimizing financial structures and managing investment risks, the Chief Financial Officer drives the company's contribution to India's sustainable energy transition and promotes environmental stewardship.

Hemant Lakhotiya, the Chief Operating Officer, Waste To Energy Business (P & L Head, Biomass) at SAEL, spearheads the company's significant agri waste-to-energy operations. Managing the profit and loss for this vital business segment, the Chief Operating Officer oversees the processing of approximately 2 million tonnes of agricultural residue annually across 11 plants in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. This leadership function is central to SAEL's decarbonization efforts, transforming waste into clean energy. Hemant Lakhotiya's operational expertise ensures the efficient and effective management of these facilities, contributing directly to enhanced energy access and environmental stewardship. The Chief Operating Officer's focus on optimizing biomass conversion processes supports India's sustainable energy transition and reinforces SAEL's commitment to affordable, clean power solutions.

Sandeep Chadha, the Chief of Staff & Strategy Vice President, Growth at SAEL, drives strategic initiatives and oversees growth opportunities across the organization. This role involves aligning departmental objectives with SAEL's overarching mission to provide decarbonization solutions and facilitate India's clean energy adoption. Sandeep Chadha works closely with executive leadership to identify and capitalize on new ventures in solar and waste-to-energy projects, as well as solar module manufacturing. The Vice President, Growth's strategic planning ensures SAEL's integrated approach effectively supports the nation's sustainable energy transition. By fostering innovation and optimizing market penetration, Sandeep Chadha directly contributes to enhancing energy access and promoting environmental stewardship across India, solidifying the company's expansion.

Supreet Gupta, the Chief Human Resources Officer at SAEL, leads all human capital strategies to support the company's mission of providing decarbonization solutions. Overseeing talent acquisition, development, and employee engagement, the Chief Human Resources Officer ensures SAEL possesses the skilled workforce necessary for its renewable energy projects. This role is crucial for maintaining a high-performing team dedicated to SAEL's integrated approach, encompassing solar and waste-to-energy initiatives. Supreet Gupta's leadership fosters a culture aligned with the company's commitment to India's sustainable energy transition and environmental stewardship. By cultivating a robust organizational structure and promoting employee well-being, the Chief Human Resources Officer directly contributes to SAEL's operational excellence and its goal of enhancing energy access across India.