SAEL Executive and Leadership Team

Laxit Awla, the Chief Executive Officer at SAEL, directs the company's overall strategic vision and operational execution. Awla guides SAEL's mission to provide decarbonization solutions, accelerating India's adoption of clean and affordable energy projects for baseload power. This leadership involves overseeing the integrated approach to development, financing, construction, and operation of renewable energy assets, including solar and waste-to-energy projects. Awla ensures alignment with national energy transition goals and promotes environmental stewardship across India. The Chief Executive Officer's purview extends to driving innovation in solar module manufacturing and expanding the company's impact in enhancing energy access. Laxit Awla's strategic direction is pivotal in solidifying SAEL's position as a leader in the renewable energy sector.

Dushyant Chachra, the Chief Financial Officer at SAEL, manages all financial aspects of the company's extensive operations. Chachra oversees financial planning, budgeting, and capital allocation for SAEL's diverse portfolio, which includes solar and waste-to-energy projects and solar module manufacturing. This role is critical in securing financing for new renewable energy assets and ensuring the financial viability of the company's decarbonization solutions. The Chief Financial Officer's responsibilities encompass managing investor relations, optimizing financial performance, and mitigating financial risks associated with large-scale infrastructure projects. Dushyant Chachra's expertise is essential for supporting SAEL's integrated approach to developing, financing, constructing, and operating renewable energy assets, thereby contributing to India's sustainable energy transition and enhancing energy access across the nation.

Vikash Kumar, the Chief Operating Officer, Agm Operations Office at SAEL, directs the operational execution across various business segments. Kumar oversees the day-to-day management of SAEL's renewable energy projects, ensuring efficient development, construction, and operation. This leadership role involves optimizing processes within the Agm Operations Office to support the company's commitment to providing decarbonization solutions. The Chief Operating Officer, Agm Operations Office ensures that SAEL's integrated approach to renewable energy assets, including solar and waste-to-energy initiatives, meets stringent performance and environmental standards. Vikash Kumar's focus on operational excellence is fundamental to SAEL's mission of facilitating India's adoption of clean and affordable energy projects and enhancing energy access nationwide.

Hemant Lakhotiya, the Chief Operating Officer, Waste To Energy Business (P & L Head, Biomass) at SAEL, spearheads the strategic direction and operational performance of the company's biomass and waste-to-energy initiatives. Lakhotiya manages the profit and loss for this critical business segment, overseeing the processing of approximately 2 million tonnes of agricultural residue annually through 11 plants across Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. This leadership ensures the efficient and effective operation of waste-to-energy projects, contributing directly to SAEL's decarbonization goals and India's clean energy adoption. The Chief Operating Officer, Waste To Energy Business (P & L Head, Biomass)'s responsibilities include optimizing plant operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Hemant Lakhotiya's expertise is vital for SAEL's integrated approach to renewable energy asset development and operation.

Rahul Parmar, the Strategy Analyst & Chief Operating Officer, S Office at SAEL, provides critical analytical support and operational oversight for strategic projects. Parmar contributes to the development and refinement of SAEL's long-term strategy, focusing on enhancing the company's position in the renewable energy sector and its commitment to decarbonization solutions. This role involves analyzing market trends, assessing project feasibility, and ensuring operational readiness for new initiatives, including solar and waste-to-energy ventures. The Strategy Analyst & Chief Operating Officer, S Office supports the executive team in executing SAEL's integrated approach to renewable energy asset development and operation. Rahul Parmar's analytical rigor and operational insights are instrumental in driving SAEL's mission to facilitate India's sustainable energy transition and promote environmental stewardship.

Supreet Gupta, the Chief Human Resources Officer at SAEL, leads all human capital strategies and initiatives. Gupta is responsible for cultivating a high-performance culture that supports SAEL's mission of driving India's sustainable energy transition. This involves attracting, developing, and retaining top talent across the company's diverse operations, from solar module manufacturing to waste-to-energy projects. The Chief Human Resources Officer ensures that HR policies align with SAEL's commitment to providing decarbonization solutions and promoting environmental stewardship. Supreet Gupta's strategic oversight of workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational development is crucial for the effective execution of SAEL's integrated approach to renewable energy asset development and operation, ultimately contributing to enhanced energy access across India.

Sandeep Chadha, the Chief of Staff & Strategy Vice President, Growth at SAEL, drives strategic initiatives and oversees growth opportunities for the company. Chadha works closely with executive leadership to align strategic planning with SAEL's mission of providing decarbonization solutions and facilitating India's clean energy transition. This role involves identifying new market opportunities, evaluating potential partnerships, and developing strategies to expand SAEL's renewable energy portfolio, including solar and waste-to-energy projects. The Chief of Staff & Strategy Vice President, Growth ensures that strategic objectives are translated into actionable plans that support the company's integrated approach to asset development and operation. Sandeep Chadha's focus on growth and strategic alignment is crucial for SAEL's continued expansion and impact in enhancing energy access across India.