SH RAJIB LOCHAN PANDA JOINS AS DIRECTOR(PROJECTS) OF OHPC

Odisha Hydro Power Corporation (OHPC), a Gold-rated State PSU, is pleased to announce that Sh. Rajib Lochan Panda has assumed charge as Director (Projects) with effect from 2nd February 2026. Sh. Panda brings with him a distinguished professional career spanning India’s Power Sector, encompassing Thermal Generation, Power Transmission and Hydro Power Systems—the three core verticals of Electrical Engineering. He began his career with NTPC, where he acquired extensive experience in thermal power plant operations and project management. He subsequently served in POWERGRID Corporation of India Limited, making significant contributions to the expansion of India’s power transmission infrastructure, including HVDC systems, Renewable Energy Grid Integration and large-scale inter-regional transmission projects. Sh. Panda has also served the State as Director (Projects) at OPTCL, where he played a pivotal role in the successful completion of several critical power transmission projects, even during the challenging period of the COVID-19 Pandemic. With his assumption of charge at OHPC, Sh. Panda completes a comprehensive professional journey across the generation–transmission–hydro spectrum, bringing with him a wealth of technical expertise and leadership experience. His focus will be on strengthening OHPC’s project execution capabilities, modernizing hydro assets, and integrating renewable energy and Pumped Storage Project (PSP)–based solutions to support Odisha’s evolving power landscape. Expressing his vision on the occasion, Sh. Rajib Lochan Panda stated: “It is a privilege to take up this responsibility at OHPC. Having worked across thermal generation, transmission systems, and now hydro power, I look forward to driving technological modernization and sustainable growth in Odisha’s power sector. Hydro power will continue to play a pivotal role in balancing renewable energy integration and ensuring long-term grid stability. My endeavor will be to strengthen OHPC’s projects through innovation, efficiency, and environmental stewardship.” OHPC extends a warm welcome to Sh. Panda and looks forward to his leadership in steering the Corporation’s ongoing and upcoming projects towards greater efficiency, sustainability, and technological excellence.