PLI scheme for solar manufacturing - Boon to India's renewable energy sector?

Pawan Agrawal serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Azure Power, a leading Indian solar power producer. Appointed to this role in March 2019, he oversees financial operations for Azure Power India and its subsidiaries. Previously, he held the position of Chief Investment Officer at Azure Power, where he spearheaded capital raising activities. Agrawal's extensive experience spans corporate and structured finance, financial analysis, and credit rating, with a particular focus on the infrastructure and renewable energy sectors. He holds an MBA from the Faculty of Management Studies. His professional background includes contributing to significant financial milestones, such as India's first Green Bond issuance during his tenure at YES Bank. His career also includes roles at CRISIL, Indian-Oil, and Ernst & Young.

Tarun is an infrastructure professional working with International Finance Corporation – The World Bank Group. He manages exposures for IFC across sectors. With an academic background in Economics and Management, he is a professional with experience spanning more than two decades. His previous employers have included IDBI, IL&FS, HSBC and IBRD (The World Bank Group).

Mayank Bansal serves as President - Strategy & Operations at ReNew, India's leading renewable energy company. He brings extensive experience in strategic planning, operational excellence, and business transformation within the clean energy sector. At ReNew, Bansal oversees critical strategic initiatives and operational frameworks that drive the company's growth across solar, wind, and energy storage projects. His leadership focuses on scaling renewable infrastructure, optimizing operational efficiency, and executing strategic partnerships. With deep expertise in energy markets and sustainable business models, he plays a pivotal role in ReNew's mission to accelerate India's transition to clean energy and achieve carbon neutrality goals.