CHANDRASHEKHAR KUMAR
New Delhi,DL
Summary
Results-driven Executive Advisor to CEO with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ADVISOR TO GROUP CEO
EESL GROUP OF COMPANIES
04.2017 - Current
- Crafted a comprehensive strategy framework, coined as the '5 A's Strategy,' with a forward-looking perspective tailored for EESL's business trajectory over the next five years
- Implemented a pioneering Electric Vehicle (EV) as a Service Model, facilitating the deployment of 3000 EVs throughout FY 24-25
- This initiative is projected to yield a monthly revenue of approximately 150 Crores, with an anticipated annual profit of 90 Lacs until FY 29-30
- Honored with an invitation from the Ministry of Power to provide recommendations for the inaugural 100-day government agenda, focusing on key areas such as the low Carbon Economy and Energy Efficiency Potential
- Developed a comprehensive strategy for the implementation of a viable business model for Solar Induction Cook Stoves, leveraging Carbon Financing as Viability Gap Funding (VGF) to address Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7)
- Facilitated India's National Determined Contributions (NDCs) goals by contributing to a significant reduction of 3,87,83,081 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually, through the conservation of 47,880 million kilowatt-hours (mn kWh) of electricity
- Innovated and proposed a novel business model to the Government of India for the 'पीएम सूर्य घर योजना 2024,' resulting in projected savings of nearly 15,000 Crores to the Government of India
- Appointed as one of the 15 Official Spokespersons for Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), tasked with representing the organization at conferences, seminars, and media interactions
- Responsible for articulating EESL's policies, vision, and future endeavors to various stakeholders.
CEO OFFICE (HEAD-STRATEGY & PLANNING
- Successfully convinced the CEO to adopt an asset-light model for business verticals, including EV-as-a-Service, EVCI-as-a-Service, and LED projects in advance trading mode
- Optimized resource allocation and profitability, demonstrating a keen understanding of market dynamics
- Formulated and executed growth strategies to drive market expansion, leveraging a strategic mindset and market insights
- Identified and capitalized on new business opportunities, contributing to the overall success and growth of the organization
- Conducted in-depth market assessments to identify emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and customer behaviors
- Enabled strategic positioning and alignment with market demands, ensuring the organization stays ahead of industry changes
- Coordinated with the administrative assistant to organize the CEO's weekly priorities, resolving conflicts promptly and setting agendas for efficient use of executive time
- Served as a trusted advisor to the CEO in assessing both strategic and tactical opportunities
- Provided recommendations for outreach, building trust with clients and future partners, and contributing to effective relationship management.
HEAD-ELECTRIC MOBILITY & CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE
- Collaborated as a Team Member in the Project Management Office (PMO), engaging with the MD & CEO Office to formulate a comprehensive Business Strategy for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, e-4Ws, and e-buses business vertical
- Actively participated in the development of EV policies, engaging with State Nodal Agencies and contributing insights at stakeholder consultations, such as the one hosted by CREST, Chandigarh, for the formulation of the Chandigarh EV Policy
- Successfully orchestrated the EVCI agreement with CREST, leading to the establishment of 26 Public Charging Stations across Chandigarh
- Formulated and executed a strategic agreement with BSNL, resulting in the installation of an Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Chandigarh in June 2022
- Secured an MoU with PEDA for the development of over 100 Charging Stations across Punjab in October 2021
- Led discussions with key stakeholders, including the CEO(IAS) of Amritsar Smart City, reaching the final stage for the signing of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at 21 locations
- Consulted with CMD(IAS) of PSPCL, initiating discussions for the development of over 100 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and the deployment of E-Vehicles at the Office of PSPCL, with further discussions in progress
- Initiated talks with NHAI to establish Charging Stations at Toll Plazas & NHAI Stretches, targeting a portfolio exceeding 500 Cr
- Advanced discussions with the CEO of Chandigarh New Airport for the final stage of signing an agreement for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Pioneered a new business vertical with BSNL, culminating in an MoU for the development of Charging Stations at 50 BSNL office premises in Punjab & Chandigarh in September 2019.
HEAD-OPERATIONS
- Secured and executed a 3.5 Cr NHAI Street Lighting Project in collaboration with NHAI-Amritsar in September 2021, receiving commendation from the management for adding a unique project to our portfolio
- The success of the Punjab NHAI model has prompted directives for its replication in other states
- Managed project operations and maintenance exceeding 100 Cr across Punjab & Chandigarh for all Energy Efficiency Projects
- Implemented over 1.5 Lakhs LED streetlights
- Distributed 30 Lakhs 9 W (LED) Bulbs and 50K fans
- Successfully concluded the Street Light National Program (SLNP) in Punjab, eliminating struggles since 2016
- Achieved Zero Pendency for the UJALA Project in EESL, making Punjab the first state to attain this status
- Secured a Led the team 10 Cr Upfront LED(9W) Project during the COVID outbreak in March 2020, recovering the amount within three months
- Credited with being the best revenue collections team for EESL UJALA, Streetlight, and MEEP Projects
- Initiated discussions with the Housing & Urban Department and J&K PDD for the Street Light National Program, proposing an investment of 114 Cr for 1.22 Lakhs Street Lights in Jammu & Srinagar Municipal Corporation
- Successfully closed 1.11 Lakhs Street Lights in Jammu & Srinagar in two months with strategic project planning and resource positioning
- Received applause from the Principal Secretary (HUDD, J & K) for workmanship and secured the award for the entire J & K Street Light works at 76 ULBs, totalling approximately 2.5 Lakhs Street Lights
- Recommended for the CEO Smart City-Jammu for a 10 MW Solar Rooftop Project
- Maintained an efficient supply chain for the distribution of UJALA appliances through 100+ distribution centres across 22 districts, distributing 84 Lakhs 9 W (LED) Bulbs and 5000+ Tube lights
- Established strong tie-ups with Municipal Corporation Offices and Principal Secretaries Offices
- Initiated discussions with the Secretary Power (UDD) for the Street Light National Program in Leh & Kargil, proposing an approximate 5 Cr investment.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
- Spearheaded the Street Light National Program as the Project Lead, overseeing a budget of 140 Cr.+
- Achieved 100% LED streetlight implementation in Ara & Motahari, showcasing commitment to energy-efficient solutions
- Led a dynamic team to successfully execute the Gram Swaraj Yojana, launched on April 14, 2018
- Directed the Building Energy Efficiency Project in Bihar, securing and completing a 20 Cr BEEP agreement by March 31, 2018
- Successfully negotiated and signed an MOU between the Department of Post Office, Bihar, and EESL
- Achieved a remarkable daily distribution rate of 4500+, contributing 25-30% of the total daily distributions with an exceptional replacement rate of 0.01%, far below the national average of 8% in EESL
- Signed agreements for key government buildings, including 8 Income Tax Buildings in Bihar/Jharkhand (Investment-3.55 Cr), NIT (Patna) (Investment- 2.5 Cr.+), CRPF (Bihar), BSPHCL (Investment- 50 Lakhs), Harlaut Railway Factory, Nalanda (Investment- 2.5 Cr), and Labor Office
- Nodal Project Lead for the successful rollout of E-Vehicles under the Motor Efficiency Project for Bihar
- Received a Certification of Appreciation for completing the Gram Swaraj Abhiyan from the MD, EESL
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment, resulting in a promotion to Deputy Manager within 18 months.
BSNL, KOLKATA
ASSISTANT MANAGER (J.T.O)
05.2010 - 04.2015
- Played a key role in the migration of FTTH and IN networks in the CDR database, leading a team of 10 members in 2010
- Monitored the implementation of 'self-care services' at the East BSNL data center, overseeing a team of 3 members in 2012
- Assisted in the migration of approximately 3.5 million+ customer databases across 66 SSA's of BSNL, leading a team of 15 members from 2010 to 2012
- Supervised and controlled the Network Operation Centre and CRM databases for a customer base exceeding 3.5 million
- Led a team of 5 members in configuring Landline and Broadband plans from 2011 to 2015, ensuring efficient service delivery.
TATA TELE SERVICES LTD.
Graduate Engineering Trainee
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Conducted proactive monitoring of the 2G Main Switching Center at regular intervals
- Coordinated effectively with cross-functional teams and operators to ensure swift resolution of identified faults
- Oversaw the performance of IP-based Next Generation Network switches and conducted in-depth fault analysis
- Successfully addressed major outage reports, conducted root cause analysis, and provided recommendations for preventive actions.
Education
L.L.B -
CCSU, MEERUT
01.2026
MBA -
IIM-LUCKNOW
01.2017
B.E(ECE) -
B.I.T, SINDRI
01.2009
B.E(ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING.) -
M.I.T, MUZAFFARPUR
01.2005
Skills
- Effective Decision Making
- Operational Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Strategic Visioning
- Crisis Management
- Corporate Governance
- Client Relationship Building
- Negotiation
- Relationship and Team Building
Accomplishments
- Developed "5 A's Strategy" and implemented Electric Vehicle (EV) as a Service Model, projecting 150 Crores monthly revenue.
- Invited by Ministry of Power to advise on government agenda, focusing on low Carbon Economy and Energy Efficiency.
- Strategized Carbon Financing for Solar Induction Cook Stoves, contributing to SDG 7 goals.
- Achieved 25% improvement in Operating Profit through evaluation system overhaul.
- Introduced AI tools for operational efficiency, enhancing productivity and decision-making.
- Led team in deploying 26 EV Charging Stations across Punjab, Chandigarh, J&K, and Ladakh.
- Implemented over 1.5 lakh LED streetlights, reducing energy consumption and costs.
- Recognized with awards including Best Jury Award from IEA for energy policy framework development.
- Supervised multi-state operations, managing projects exceeding 100 Cr in value.
- Completed 20 Cr Building Energy Efficiency Project in Bihar, showcasing project management skills.
Internationalprogram
International Student Immersion Program, CBS & AU (Denmark), Linnaeus University (Sweden), 2016
Certification
- Professional Development Nominations, AJNIFM (Arun Jaitley National Institute of Financial Management), February 2024
- Financial Modelling Certification, CRISIL, -
- Training in EV Technology, NIELT-Calicut, -
- Business Analytics, Wharton, University of Pennsylvania, 2022
- Data Analytics, Google, 2022
- Sustainable Finance, IIM-A, -
- EV-Charging, UDEMY, -
- Green Energy Future, UCSandiego, 2021
- Entrepreneurship, Duke University, 2020
Seminarsconferences
- Recognition for Scalable Energy Efficiency Project, International Energy Agency (IEA), 14th Dec 2023
- International Representation at Bharat Mandapam, International Solar Alliance (ISA), Nov 2023
- Representation at G-20 Summit, G-20 (Goa) Summit under CEM (Clean Energy Ministerial), August 2023
- Invitations from Key Energy Organizations, Punjab Energy Development Agency, Chandigarh-SDA, CII, PHDCCI, and various chapters of Punjab & Chandigarh, -
- Guest Speaker at MDI, Gurgaon, MDI, Gurgaon, -
Additional Information
Throughout my tenure as Advisor to the Group CEO at EESL Group of Companies, I've embraced challenges as catalysts for innovation and growth. I spearheaded the development of the "5 A's Strategy," positioning EESL at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions for the next five years. Implementing the Electric Vehicle (EV) as a Service Model was a pivotal achievement, projecting a monthly revenue of 150 Crores by FY 24-25 and demonstrating my ability to drive transformative initiatives.
In critical moments, like advising the Ministry of Power on national agendas, I've leveraged my crisis management skills to navigate complexities and drive impactful change in areas like the low Carbon Economy and Energy Efficiency Potential. My passion for learning led me to integrate Artificial Intelligence tools for operational efficiency and strategize innovative financing models for projects like Solar Induction Cook Stoves.
Recognized with accolades such as the Best Jury Award from the International Energy Agency (IEA), I've proven my commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. Managing multi-state operations and leading high-impact projects across diverse regions, I've consistently delivered operational excellence and sustainable growth.
I'm eager to bring my strategic vision, leadership prowess, and passion for innovation to a new role, where I can continue driving transformative impact and thriving in dynamic, challenging environments
Pmpcertification
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Timeline
ADVISOR TO GROUP CEO
EESL GROUP OF COMPANIES
04.2017 - Current
BSNL, KOLKATA
ASSISTANT MANAGER (J.T.O)
05.2010 - 04.2015
TATA TELE SERVICES LTD.
Graduate Engineering Trainee
08.2009 - 05.2010
CEO OFFICE (HEAD-STRATEGY & PLANNING
HEAD-ELECTRIC MOBILITY & CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE
HEAD-OPERATIONS
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
L.L.B -
CCSU, MEERUT
MBA -
IIM-LUCKNOW
B.E(ECE) -
B.I.T, SINDRI
B.E(ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING.) -
M.I.T, MUZAFFARPUR
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