Trends, Strategy & Opportunities in India’s Renewable Energy

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

I'm Upkar Raghav, and for more than 22 years I’ve had the privilege of leading teams and projects in the renewable energy and infrastructure space. My experience covers everything from EPC and project development to procurement, contract management, commercial strategy, and transforming supply chains—across solar, wind, battery energy storage (BESS), green hydrogen, and green ammonia.

Over the years, I’ve headed the commercial and procurement functions at some of India’s top renewable energy companies, such as Gentari Renewables (PETRONAS Group), Serentica Renewables (KKR & Vedanta Platform), ACME Solar, KEC International, ABB, and Fedders Lloyd. I’ve been fortunate to develop and deliver multi-gigawatt renewable portfolios and have taken the lead on everything from strategic sourcing and EPC contracting to project development, M&A, CAPEX governance, and building technology partnerships.

I’ve helped deliver more than 10 GW of renewable energy projects, managed procurement worth over ₹10,000 crore each year, negotiated contracts totaling more than ₹45,000 crore, and overseen commercial governance for major renewable investments. Along the way, I’ve built resilient global supply chains, led high-performing teams, driven project cost optimization, and set …