The Ministry of Power has appointed Paresh Rasiklal Ranpara as Director (Personnel) at nhpc . Ranpara officially assumed charge on July 30, 2026, following the Board’s approval and an administrative order dated July 27, 2026. This appointment strengthens the company’s governance structure as it continues operations as a Navratna enterprise under the Government of India.

The appointment complies with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Ranpara, bearing DIN 10183476, is not related to any existing directors and is not debarred by the Securities and Exchange Board of India or any other authority. His tenure is fixed for five years from the date of assumption of charge.

Tenure Details

Ranpara’s term is subject to specific end conditions. He will hold the position until the earliest of the following events:

Professional Background

Shri Paresh Ranpara is a seasoned HR leader with diverse experience across the power sector in both State and Central Public Sector Undertakings. His career spans organizations ranging from 600 employees to enterprises with over 60,000 staff. In May 2023, he joined Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid-India) as Director (HR). Prior to this, he served with Gujarat power sector utilities MGCL and GUVNL, where he led recruitment and established verticals for energy transition.

At Grid-India, Ranpara focused on HR policy reforms, learning and development partnerships, and succession planning. He also championed upskilling programs to align workforce capabilities with future business needs. The Company Secretariat issued the disclosure on July 30, 2026, signed by Rupa Deb, Company Secretary.

NHPC Limited has appointed Dr. Bernadette Lyngdoh as an Independent Director on its Board, effective July 24, 2026. The appointment, made pursuant to a letter from the Ministry of Power dated July 16, 2026, ensures the company maintains its compliance with regulatory requirements for board composition, specifically regarding the inclusion of women independent directors. This structural update reinforces governance standards at the Navratna enterprise.

The Board of Directors formalized the appointment in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Dr. Lyngdoh, holding DIN 11836182, will serve a term of three years starting from the date of the Ministry’s notification, i.e., July 16, 2026, or until further orders, whichever occurs earlier. The company confirmed that Dr. Lyngdoh is not debarred from holding the office of Director by any order passed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India or any other authority.

Board Composition Update

The appointment addresses the requirement for diverse representation on the Board. Below are the key details of the appointment:

Professional Profile

Dr. Bernadette Lyngdoh brings over two decades of experience in human resources and corporate affairs to the Board. She currently serves as the Head – HR & Corporate Affairs at Caliche, where she leads human capital strategy, corporate governance support, stakeholder engagement, and people development initiatives. Her professional background spans corporate leadership, academia, and organizational development.

She holds a doctoral qualification from The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), Hyderabad. Her academic work focused on communicative skills in the customer service industry and the international marketplace. This foundation supports her integration of strategic communication, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness into her professional practice. Throughout her career, she has contributed to leadership development, institutional growth, employee engagement, and corporate communication across industry and academic environments.

Governance Implications

The addition of Dr. Lyngdoh to the Board strengthens NHPC Limited’s governance framework by incorporating expertise in organizational culture and inclusive workplace practices. Known for her people-centric leadership approach, she combines strategic vision with practical experience to help organizations develop resilient teams and enhance governance practices. This appointment aligns with the company’s commitment to long-term organizational excellence and sustainable growth, ensuring that the Board benefits from specialized insights into human capital and corporate affairs.