Speaker

Mr. Ajay Sharma

Mr. Ajay Sharma

Chief Operating Officer Reliance Energy


A dynamic professional, initiated and nurtured AMI Systems, defined Scope of Work with world class tech specifications and diligently stitched all complex components during Project implementation. Designed highly innovative model of Smart Metering Projects implementation wherein, the cost recovery would be spread over a large period thereby reducing immediate CAPEX burden on already stressed DISCOMs. Also envisaged and launched implementation methodology to achieve economy of scale with world class technical specification and technology platforms. Providing technical expertise for this project which involves integration of various systems while also managing the key stakeholders across all levels and play a key role in business development.

Working on digital and technology based strategic initiative of Indian Smart Metering Program and developing digital platforms which will enable futuristic technology integrations and provide technology based solutions for network operations challenges with upcoming EV, Solar and renewables in fray.

With 24+ yrs. of vast experience of Project Management, Testing and Commissioning and Plant Operations in Power Sector. The overall experience covers 13 years in handling key Technology obsolesce challenges and ensuring optimized O & M in Hydro Power sector and 5 years as In Charge of Plant construction (MEI works) with providing special services for Testing and Commissioning of Gas and Steam Turbine & Generator in Gas Based Combined Cycle Power Plant and thus carry a strong blend of exposure in large scale Project execution & Sector Management.

Has led complex and challenging projects across different geographies of India, led timely completion of Gas based Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) in Tripura & Assam, North East under stressed logistics and contractual challenges Project In-Charge in a reputed Central Public Sector Company of India. Rich experience of project management & execution, innovation in operation and maintenance in large scale Hydro projects in the states of J & K and HP.