Datta Power Infra Appoints Kapil Sharma as its New Head – Corporate Affairs
Datta Power Infra has appointed Kapil Sharma as its new Head – Corporate Affairs, effective Aug 2025. With over 15 years of experience across IPPs and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), he brings a strong combination of technical expertise, regulatory insight, and policy engagement across the wind, solar, and hybrid energy sectors.
August 05, 2025. By News Bureau
With over 15 years of experience across Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), he brings a strong combination of technical expertise, regulatory insight, and policy engagement across the wind, solar, and hybrid energy sectors.
In this strategic leadership role, Kapil will oversee the corporate affairs function, driving regulatory strategy, policy advocacy, project approvals, and institutional engagement with government agencies, utilities, and industry bodies. His focus will be on enabling regulatory clarity, facilitating seamless project execution, and strengthening Datta Infra’s position within India’s evolving renewable energy ecosystem.
Welcoming him to the leadership team, Varchasvi Gagal, Managing Director and CEO of Datta Infra, said, “We are delighted to have Kapil join us at a transformative moment—not just for Datta Infra, but for India’s clean energy ambitions. His sharp regulatory acumen and long-standing experience with institutional frameworks will strengthen our ability to navigate complexity, build trust, and unlock speed. As we scale our capabilities and deepen our impact, Kapil’s leadership will be vital in aligning our projects with national energy goals.”
Speaking about his new role, Kapil Sharma, Head – Corporate Affairs, Datta Infra, said, “This is an inflection point for India’s energy story. As the country has already surpassed its 500 GW renewable energy target five years ahead of its 2030 deadline and with a net-zero emissions goal by 2070, the need for streamlined approvals, transparent policy mechanisms, and collaborative institutional engagement has never been greater. I’m excited to contribute to Datta Infra’s mission by fostering regulatory resilience and building lasting partnerships that advance our clean energy goals.”
Kapil has worked with leading renewable energy companies, including Brookfield Renewable, Skeiron Renewable, Continuum Energy, and Ecoren Energy, managing Business Development, Regulatory affairs, and stakeholder engagement across multiple states. He began his career at Suzlon Energy, gaining hands-on experience in wind turbine commissioning, grid connectivity, and compliance.
Kapil holds an MBA in Power Management from the National Power Training Institute (Ministry of Power) and a B.E. in Electronics & Communication from the University of Rajasthan. His academic foundation and extensive industry experience position him to drive impactful renewable initiatives and strengthen Datta Infra’s leadership in the sector.
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