Prasanna Kumar Motupalli has relinquished charge as Chairman and Managing Director of NLC India Limited after completing his tenure. His leadership saw major achievements in mining, power generation, renewable energy, critical minerals, digital transformation and stakeholder confidence, positioning the PSU for long-term sustainable growth.
Key Highlights
- Prasanna Kumar Motupalli relinquished charge as CMD of NLC India on June 30, 2026.
- Led NLC India through major growth in mining, power and renewable energy.
- Expanded the company into Green Hydrogen, Battery Energy Storage and critical minerals.
- Strengthened operational performance, market capitalization and investor confidence.
New Delhi, July 03 : Prasanna Kumar Motupalli has relinquished charge as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NLC India Limited (NLCIL) on June 30, 2026, upon completing his tenure. His departure marks the conclusion of a transformative leadership phase that significantly strengthened the company’s position in India’s energy sector.
Having assumed office on January 12, 2023, Motupalli provided visionary leadership and strategic direction that enabled NLC India to achieve notable milestones across its mining, thermal power generation and renewable energy businesses. During his three-and-a-half-year tenure, the company enhanced its operational efficiency, accelerated project execution and reinforced its financial strength.
Under his leadership, several long-pending projects were expedited, while new initiatives in renewable energy, digital transformation and sustainable development were launched. NLC India also expanded into Green Hydrogen, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Pumped Storage Projects and the critical minerals sector, aligning its business strategy with India’s clean energy transition.
A defining achievement of his tenure was the substantial improvement in stakeholder confidence. The company’s long-term growth strategy earned stronger support from investors, financial institutions and business partners, contributing to a record rise in NLC India’s market capitalization.
Motupalli also placed strong emphasis on mine productivity, project management, safety, environmental sustainability, employee welfare and community development. His focus on innovation, teamwork and a safety-first culture enhanced employee morale while helping NLC India secure several prestigious national and international awards.
Expressing gratitude at the conclusion of his tenure, Motupalli said he is confident that NLC India Limited’s dedicated workforce and strong institutional foundation will continue driving the company towards greater success while contributing to India’s energy security and sustainable development under future leadership.
Conclusion
Prasanna Kumar Motupalli leaves behind a stronger, future-ready NLC India, with significant progress in renewable energy, critical minerals, operational excellence and sustainable growth that will shape the company’s next phase of development.
