In a significant leadership move, Vedanta Limited has appointed Ashutosh Dwivedi as the Chief Executive Officer Power for its Jharsuguda operations in Odisha. The appointment comes at a time when the company is strengthening its focus on operational excellence, energy efficiency, and sustainable industrial growth. As CEO Power, Dwivedi will lead one of the world’s largest single-location aluminium and captive power complexes, a facility that plays a crucial role in India’s manufacturing and energy landscape. Ashutosh Dwivedi brings more than 25 years of experience in India’s power and energy sector. Throughout his career, he has earned a reputation for improving plant performance, leading large engineering teams, and managing complex thermal power operations. His expertise spans coal-based and captive power generation, operational efficiency, safety systems, digital transformation, and sustainability initiatives. His association with Vedanta has been marked by a series of leadership roles. Before becoming CEO Power, he served as Chief Operating Officer (COO) Power at Vedanta’s Jharsuguda operations and at Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO). During this period, he played an important role in ensuring reliable power generation for Vedanta’s aluminium business while driving improvements in operational performance and cost efficiency. His contributions also supported the company’s broader environmental and sustainability objectives. Before joining Vedanta, Dwivedi held the position of Vice President at Nayara Energy, where he managed captive power operations that supported refinery activities. Earlier in his career, he spent more than a decade with NTPC Limited, one of India’s largest power producers. At NTPC, he developed strong technical and managerial expertise by working on large-scale thermal power projects and generation systems, experiences that laid the foundation for his future leadership roles. Over the years, Dwivedi has led teams across Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh, gaining extensive experience in managing diverse industrial operations. Colleagues in the industry often describe his leadership style as collaborative, disciplined, and focused on continuous improvement. He is known for encouraging innovation while maintaining a strong commitment to workplace safety and operational reliability. Upon assuming his new responsibility, Dwivedi emphasized that he looks forward to working closely with employees, partners, and stakeholders to strengthen India’s energy security and industrial development. His priorities include improving operational excellence, enhancing safety standards, accelerating sustainability efforts, and adopting innovative technologies that will prepare Vedanta’s power business for future challenges. His appointment reflects Vedanta’s confidence in experienced internal leadership to drive the next phase of growth. As industries increasingly balance productivity with environmental responsibility, leaders like Ashutosh Dwivedi will play an essential role in shaping the future of India’s power sector. With his extensive technical knowledge, proven leadership, and commitment to innovation, he is well-positioned to lead Vedanta’s Jharsuguda power operations toward greater efficiency, resilience, and sustainable growth.
