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Apraava Energy Appoints Rohit Chandak as Director – Finance and Chief Financial Officer

Apraava Energy has appointed Rohit Chandak as Director – Finance and Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Samir Ashta, who is retiring after nearly two decades with the company.

June 17, 2026. By Mrinmoy Dey

Apraava Energy has announced the appointment of Rohit Chandak as Director – Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this role, he will lead the company’s Finance and Sustainability functions and support Apraava’s next phase of growth as it continues to expand its diversified energy portfolio.

Chandak succeeds Samir Ashta, who retires after nearly two decades of distinguished service with the organisation.

Commenting on Ashta’s retirement, Rajiv Ranjan Mishra, Managing Director, Apraava Energy, said, “We are deeply grateful for Samir’s contributions in building Apraava’s strong financial foundation and for his commitment to our sustainable progress. Beyond his professional achievements, Samir has played a defining role in shaping our organisation’s values-driven culture.”

On Chandak’s appointment, Mishra added, “I am delighted to welcome Rohit to Apraava at an exciting stage of our growth journey. His extensive experience across the energy and infrastructure sectors, combined with a proven track record in driving financial transformation and value creation, will be a tremendous asset to the organisation. As we continue to scale our business, strengthen project execution and pursue new growth opportunities, I am confident that Rohit’s leadership will help further enhance our financial strength and drive long-term value creation for our stakeholders.”

Commenting on his appointment, Chandak said, “I am excited to join Apraava Energy. Over the past two decades, Apraava has established itself as a trusted and future-focused energy company with a strong commitment to operational excellence, financial discipline and sustainability. I look forward to building on this strong foundation and legacy while supporting the company’s sustainable growth ambitions amid India’s evolving energy landscape.”

Chandak brings over 19 years of experience across the energy and infrastructure sectors. He is a seasoned finance professional with deep expertise in corporate finance, investments, accounting and strategic planning. Prior to joining Apraava, he held leadership positions at Ayana Renewable Power, Uniquest Infra Ventures and IDFC Projects, where he played a pivotal role in driving financial strategy, scaling up growth and creating long-term stakeholder value.

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