Rajesh Kumar has taken charge as Director (Finance) at REC Limited with effect from April 2, 2026. His appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) on March 25, 2026, for a tenure of five years.
A seasoned finance professional, Kumar brings over three decades of experience in the public sector, particularly in power and infrastructure financing. His expertise spans key areas such as accounts, taxation, audit, treasury, project appraisal, and regulatory compliance.
Prior to this role, he served as Executive Director (Finance) at REC Limited, where he played a significant role in shaping the organisation’s financial strategy and growth. He has also held leadership positions, including serving as CEO of REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited, contributing to projects across renewable energy, transmission, and smart metering.
Kumar has been instrumental in strengthening REC’s financial framework through innovative resource mobilisation strategies and has contributed to areas such as multilateral funding, asset-liability management, and ESG initiatives.
His appointment comes at a crucial time as REC continues to expand its role in financing India’s energy transition and infrastructure development.