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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

1. Corporate Development:Key Responsibilities:- Originate organic/inorganic investment opportunities; in Electric Vehicles (EV) Charging Infrastructure, International Power Transmission/Developer model, Power Discom, Smart Meters Infra, Datacenter Interconnect, Power conductors- Lead the Business strategy function for ‘Optical Fibre Infra’ - Convergence business unit, driving the initiative to build the biggest neutral and independent OPGW Fiberco in India Key… Show more 1. Corporate Development:Key Responsibilities:- Originate organic/inorganic investment opportunities; in Electric Vehicles (EV) Charging Infrastructure, International Power Transmission/Developer model, Power Discom, Smart Meters Infra, Datacenter Interconnect, Power conductors- Lead the Business strategy function for ‘Optical Fibre Infra’ - Convergence business unit, driving the initiative to build the biggest neutral and independent OPGW Fiberco in India Key Achievements include the foll:1. Originated investment deals in EV Charging Infra startups in India & Power Transmission Interconnector opportunity in UK in 20212. Led the exploration of ‘Smart meters infra’ vertical and led the discussions for strategic tie-ups to set up a Infrastructure developer vertical and mapped strategic/financial investors to co-invest; 3. Led the financial modelling for first ever bid by Sterlite for a Discom licensee tender4. Designed the out-of-box business strategy to aggregate Brownfield fiber assets to build scale in next 18 months and leading the strategic PPP initiative; Led the acquisition of Rajasthan OPGW fiber network through PPP model in 20235. Part of the Vedanta Group's special team driving - Silver streaming, Asset sale, QIP, US IPO, India IPO for Group companies 2. Equity & Investor Relations (IR):Key responsibilities include the foll.:- Originate and lead equity fundraise for different businesses - Lead the Investor Relations function for the company driving avenues for unlocking value - Demerger, IPO etcKey Achievements include the foll:1. Led the $ 400Mn Equity fundraise for 'Serentica Renewables' (RE platform set up by Vedanta Group) from KKR in 20222. Part of Vedanta Group team which led the planning & execution of $ 1Bn QIP in 20243. Currently, leading the equity fundraise for manufacturing biz unit (Pre IPO round)4. Set up the Investor relations function in Sterlite Power; achieved 100% increase in share price in 12 months & led Demerger Show less

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Achievements:1. Successfully led the Equity Fund raise process for India's only independent neutral OPGW based optical FibreCo model, garnering strong interest from marquee financial investors focused on Telecom Infra2. Managed Balance sheet size of ~Rs 800 Crs across 3 separate entities

Mumbai Area, India

Achievements:1. Set up the 'Finance & Accounts' function in the BU covering Business planning, FP&A, Corporate Finance, Treasury and Finance Ops2. Led the bid for optical fibre infra assets of a leading Telco under IBC process; also led the discussions for strategic partnerships to bid for Fibre infra assets in Brazil under public auction 3. Devised and implemented value accretive strategies for Capital allocation, fund movement etc.4. Created the pitch book, Info Memo (IM)… Show more Achievements:1. Set up the 'Finance & Accounts' function in the BU covering Business planning, FP&A, Corporate Finance, Treasury and Finance Ops2. Led the bid for optical fibre infra assets of a leading Telco under IBC process; also led the discussions for strategic partnerships to bid for Fibre infra assets in Brazil under public auction 3. Devised and implemented value accretive strategies for Capital allocation, fund movement etc.4. Created the pitch book, Info Memo (IM), Business plan for Equity fundraise, valuation modelKey Result Areas:• Forecast monthly, quarterly and annual results• Evaluate and decide on investments; Allocate and manage cash flows• Ensure all accounting activities and internal audits comply with Group and statutory compliances• Execute the financial strategy of the BU (Debt & Equity)• Evaluate Inorganic growth opportunities Show less

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Representing Sterlite Power which is the largest strategic shareholder in Sharper Shape, in the BoardAchievements: 1. Thrust to strategic merger with leading competitor2. Consideration of SPAC offer3. Protection of rights of Minority shareholders

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

1.MTCIL is a JV Subsidiary of Sterlite Power. The company is the only successful demonstration of a neutral independent OPGW Fiberco business in India.2. Key Responsibilities include: - Assist the Board of Directors in formulating the Company's future strategic direction - Design and direct the implementation of Strategic Business Plan and Business Finance initiatives- Monitor banking activities of the organization and maintain banking relationships.- Control the… Show more 1.MTCIL is a JV Subsidiary of Sterlite Power. The company is the only successful demonstration of a neutral independent OPGW Fiberco business in India.2. Key Responsibilities include: - Assist the Board of Directors in formulating the Company's future strategic direction - Design and direct the implementation of Strategic Business Plan and Business Finance initiatives- Monitor banking activities of the organization and maintain banking relationships.- Control the organization’s fund requirements and capital structure.- Prepare and report financial data, results and forecasting reports to the Board.- Maximise Treasury income and upstreaming of Free cash to JV partners3. Achievements:- Designed and implemented the initiative to unlock surplus cash for distribution to JV shareholders, despite the conventional constraints through Capital Reduction- Piloted the Company's network expansion (increase of 60%) proposal through Company Board and JV partners in compliance with PPP framework- Led the initiative to make MTCIL a Debt free company and deployment of surplus funds to earn higher returns- Led the acquisition of majority shareholding in the company from Sterlite Tech Show less

Mumbai Area, India

I led the 'Business Strategy' function for Jio GigaFiber (Wired Broadband for Homes). The key result areas of the role were as follows:• Evaluate strategic tie-ups to drive scale and competition neutralisation; identify candidates for Strategic alliances/Inorganic growth/mergers. • Prepare the operational business plan for Retail Fixed-line Broadband and related internet based services, focused on market landscape and internal capabilities• Analyze trends – Retail… Show more I led the 'Business Strategy' function for Jio GigaFiber (Wired Broadband for Homes). The key result areas of the role were as follows:• Evaluate strategic tie-ups to drive scale and competition neutralisation; identify candidates for Strategic alliances/Inorganic growth/mergers. • Prepare the operational business plan for Retail Fixed-line Broadband and related internet based services, focused on market landscape and internal capabilities• Analyze trends – Retail Internet & Cable, competitor actions, technology challengers, changing end consumer preferences, latent product demand and regulatory environment, to develop insights around existing and planned project investments• Undertake ‘Special Projects’ for senior management such as – Government tenders, Representations to TRAI/DoT Show less

Mumbai Area, India

A. Business Strategy:1. Provide research and analytical support for business intelligence efforts as well as special corporate initiatives2. Analyze and monitor performance metrics for incubation investments3. Support high-level forecasting, budgeting and scenario-analysis initiatives; Drive performance improvement insights – from internal profitability analysis 4. Play a supporting generalist role on an ad-hoc basis for strategic business initiatives B. New Business… Show more A. Business Strategy:1. Provide research and analytical support for business intelligence efforts as well as special corporate initiatives2. Analyze and monitor performance metrics for incubation investments3. Support high-level forecasting, budgeting and scenario-analysis initiatives; Drive performance improvement insights – from internal profitability analysis 4. Play a supporting generalist role on an ad-hoc basis for strategic business initiatives B. New Business conception & development & Growth Projects:1. Develop business plans, revenue models and project reports for shortlisted proposals 2. Prepare concise executive summaries on project conception and implementation roadmap for senior management3. Collaborate with management to develop an efficient & robust launch pad Show less

Mumbai

1. Sync between Strategy consultants and senior management to brainstorm on new thoughts and ideas. Present to senior management on potential business opportunities and emerging trends. Conduct business and financial analysis of existing global and domestic business models to create comparables. Develop business plans, revenue models and project reports for shortlisted proposals. Prepare concise executive summaries on project conception and implementation roadmap for senior management… Show more 1. Sync between Strategy consultants and senior management to brainstorm on new thoughts and ideas. Present to senior management on potential business opportunities and emerging trends. Conduct business and financial analysis of existing global and domestic business models to create comparables. Develop business plans, revenue models and project reports for shortlisted proposals. Prepare concise executive summaries on project conception and implementation roadmap for senior management 2.Ensure growing & regular equity coverage of the scrip by equity brokerages and Research teams of MFs; Relationship building with brokers who cover industry peers.Consistent capturing of street intelligence on scrip, industry & competition from the broker community Show less

Mumbai Area, India

1.Perform Investor relation activities like preparing investor specific presentations and related content, meeting Analysts & PE investors, organizing quarterly GTL Analyst meets, representing GTL and GTL Infra at Investor conferences, website (Investor section) maintenance and handling retail investor queries2.Part of the team formulating strategies related to Capital market offerings, capital structure, promoter fund raising ( Preferential Warrants and FCCB issued by GTL Infra in… Show more 1.Perform Investor relation activities like preparing investor specific presentations and related content, meeting Analysts & PE investors, organizing quarterly GTL Analyst meets, representing GTL and GTL Infra at Investor conferences, website (Investor section) maintenance and handling retail investor queries2.Part of the team formulating strategies related to Capital market offerings, capital structure, promoter fund raising ( Preferential Warrants and FCCB issued by GTL Infra in 2007). Evaluating and developing strategies, for fund raising in GHC and approaching Investors and Banks 3.Part of the team evaluating Merger & Acquisition opportunities for GTL Infra (domestic and overseas tower companies). Evaluating business plans, developing commercials and project reports for new Business initiatives Show less

Mba, Finance

Activities and Societies: Key member of the prestigious 'Seminar cell'

B.E, Electronics & Telecommunication

Std 12, Science

Std 10

Activities and Societies: Was the School Leader - Head Boy