Jindal Power Limited has announced the appointment of Ajay Kumar Pandey as Executive Director – CEO, entrusting him with the responsibility of driving the company’s next phase of growth. Pandey brings over 22 years of leadership experience across power generation, commodity procurement, supply chain, operations, and ESG, making him a seasoned leader in the Indian power sector.
Prior to joining Jindal Power, Pandey was associated with Vedanta Limited – Aluminium Business for more than two decades, where he played a pivotal leadership role. He served as Chief Executive Officer – Power and Chief Operating Officer for India’s largest captive power plant of 3615 MW at Jharsuguda. During his tenure, he spearheaded several strategic initiatives in coal sourcing, ash management, waste-to-wealth projects, and digitization of power operations, while ensuring high levels of safety, efficiency, and profitability. His contributions were central to scaling Vedanta’s energy operations and aligning them with sustainable growth practices.
Pandey’s career began with ACC Cement as Assistant Manager, followed by his role as Shift In-charge of power plant operations at Malco, where he gained hands-on expertise in PF boilers, turbines, and commissioning of auxiliaries. Over the years, he has built a reputation for implementing safety leadership, building long-term operational strategies, and driving stakeholder engagement across some of India’s largest industrial power facilities.
With his diverse experience across Jindal Power Limited, Vedanta Limited, ACC Cement, and Malco, Pandey has consistently delivered operational excellence and business transformation in the power and commodity sectors. His strong background in managing large-scale captive power plants, coupled with his strategic insights into ESG, digital transformation, and efficiency enhancement, is expected to position Jindal Power for long-term growth.
The appointment comes at a crucial juncture for Jindal Power as it continues to strengthen its presence in India’s energy sector and focus on sustainable and resilient operations. Pandey’s leadership is expected to play a key role in shaping the company’s operational strategy, driving innovation, and advancing its ESG commitments while delivering value to stakeholders.
