Value Opportunities in India’s EV and Energy Storage Space

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

I’ve spent more than 30 years immersed in the energy storage, power electronics, and electric mobility space. Over the years, I’ve worked hands-on with batteries, lithium-ion technology, electric vehicles, EV charging and infrastructure, telecom and data center systems, UPS solutions, and large-scale energy storage projects. My journey has taken me through leadership roles at companies like Emerson, Delta, ACME, and Exicom, giving me a front-row seat to both traditional power systems and the latest clean energy innovations.

My work has not been limited to any one part of the value chain. I have been involved in understanding customer requirements, product and solution development, supplier evaluation, manufacturing, quality improvement, field performance, and commercial deployment. This has allowed me to view a battery not simply as a cell or component, but as part of a complete system involving the battery-management system, thermal management, power electronics, charging infrastructure, safety architecture, and lifecycle service.

Over the years, I have seen the industry transition from lead-acid batteries and conventional backup-power systems to lithium-ion batteries, fast charging, electric vehicles and grid-scale energy storage. One …