Power Sector News Roundup for August 11, 2025

Author: PPD Team Date: February 25, 2026 Bajaj Electricals appoints Rahul Pundir as Chief Supply Chain Officer Bajaj Electricals Limited has appointed Rahul Pundir as Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective March 2, 2026. After joining, he will be designated as Senior Management Personnel at the company’s next Board Meeting. The company disclosed the appointment to stock exchanges on February 24, 2026. Rahul Pundir brings more than 24 years of global experience in supply chain leadership…

Author: PPD Team Date: January 2, 2026 India GREW Solar wins NTPC REL order to supply 1,464.5 MW solar modules GREW Solar has received a contract worth over Rs 2,000 crore from NTPC Renewable Energy Limited to supply 1,464.5 MW of high-efficiency solar PV modules for multiple projects in Uttar Pradesh. The company said the order reflects confidence in its manufacturing capability and quality systems. GREW Solar is expanding its Dudu facility to reach 11…

Author: PPD Team Date: December 15, 2025 India CEA issues draft SOP for mandatory third-party fire safety audits of BESS The Central Electricity Authority has issued a draft Standard Operating Procedure for mandatory third party fire safety audits of Battery Energy Storage Systems. Stakeholder comments are open until 11 January 2026. The draft outlines audit frequency, responsibilities of system owners and auditors, and minimum qualification requirements. It aims to reduce fire risks and improve safety…