Zelestra India Appoints Prashant Kumar as Chief of Financial Operations

Renewable energy company Zelestra India has appointed Prashant Kumar as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately. Kumar will report directly to CEO Sajay K V and will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations in India. His primary focus will be on enhancing financial governance, driving strategic planning, and optimizing capital efficiency to support the company’s ambitious growth trajectory.

Announcing the appointment, Sajay stated, “The company is growing every day. We now have a pipeline of wind, solar, and BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) technology projects totaling over 5 GW, with three major projects currently under construction. This accelerated growth demands a robust senior leadership team, and we are pleased to welcome Prashant to the Zelestra India team.”

Kumar brings over two decades of extensive experience in financial operations, capital raising, fund management, and project financing. A postgraduate in Management from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB), he has previously held key finance leadership roles at Fortum India Private Limited, Tata Power Solar, Lanco Solar, and IndusInd Bank, particularly in high-growth and renewable energy sectors.

Zelestra India is the Indian arm of Spain-based Zelestra, a company that specialises in the development, commercialisation, construction, and operation of large-scale renewable energy projects. With an expanding portfolio and a commitment to green energy solutions, the company aims to strengthen its market position in India under the guidance of its new financial leadership.

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