POWERGRID promotes Sunil Kumar to Executive Director
Power Grid Corporation of India has promoted Shri Sunil Kumar to Executive Director (ED) effective June 1, 2026, placing him one level below the Board of Directors. The appointment was disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. Kumar, a power sector expert with over 30 years of experience, will focus on grid automation and cybersecurity.

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Power Grid Corporation of India has promoted Shri Sunil Kumar to the position of Executive Director (ED), effective June 1, 2026. The appointment elevates him to the role of Senior Management Personnel, positioning him one level below the Board of Directors. This strategic leadership change was disclosed to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Appointment Details
The promotion was formalized on June 1, 2026, with the term of appointment governed by the Service Rules of POWERGRID. The disclosure was read in conjunction with the SEBI Master Circular dated January 30, 2026. Satyaprakash Dash, the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, signed the regulatory filing to ensure transparency regarding the change in senior management.
Profile of Shri Sunil Kumar
Shri Sunil Kumar brings over three decades of experience at POWERGRID to his new role. He graduated with a B.Sc. in Computer Science Engineering from BIT Sindri and joined the organization as an Executive Trainee in 1994. His career encompasses key responsibilities across various functions and geographies.
| Functional Area | Description |
|---|---|
| ULDC | Unified Load Despatch Centre |
| LD&C | Load Despatch & Communication |
| AC Substation O&M | Operation & Maintenance |
| NTAMC | National Transmission Asset Management Centre |
| GA&C | Grid Automation & Communication |
| Information Security | Cybersecurity preparedness |
His leadership assignments have spanned New Delhi, Gurgaon, Patna, and Manesar, with a focus on real-time grid management, system operations, network monitoring, and digital safety. In his capacity as Executive Director, he will continue to advance Grid Automation & Communication while driving technology-driven governance.
Historical Stock Returns for Power Grid Corporation of India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.40% | -4.47% | -11.37% | +4.64% | -3.72% | +123.52% |
How will Shri Sunil Kumar's expertise in information security influence POWERGRID's strategy against increasing cyber threats?
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