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Chandra Kishore Thakur

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Global Chief Executive Officer at Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy
📍 India

Chandra Kishore Thakur is the Global CEO of Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy, where he leads the companys global strategy and operations. A Mechanical Engineer with an MBA, he specializes in integrating technology with agile project management techniques. He is also a certified IPMA Level A Portfolio Director, demonstrating his deep expertise in project execution.

Based on his public communications, Chandra is passionate about the role of engineering in nation-building and is a vocal advocate for developing a skilled workforce to support a sustainable, green energy future. He actively promotes diversity and inclusion, particularly celebrating the contributions of women in the engineering field.

Unique fact: Chandra is India’s first IPMA Level ‘A’ certified Portfolio Director.

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Experience
38 Years
Current Role
Global Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
India
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Priorities

Topics Chandra cares about

Renewable Energy Expansion
As Global CEO, he frequently discusses expanding the company's footprint in India, South Africa, and other international markets, focusing on Solar, Wind, and BESS projects.
Green Energy Workforce
He has publicly questioned if the industry is ready with the skilled workforce needed for a sustainable future, indicating a focus on talent development.
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Career

Work history

3-2025
Global Chief Executive Officer
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy
6-2021 - 3-2025
CEO - Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy
12-2019 - 3-2025
Chief Operating Officer - International Solar Business
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy
8-2014 - 12-2017
President and CEO - Infrastructure and Power Business
Punj Lloyd Limited
7-2012 - 10-2014
Chief Operating Officer, EPC vertical
Lanco
In the press

Media appearances

Vote Of Thanks By Chandra Kishore Thakur, Sterling And Wilson Renewable Energy Ltd. Featured in Business Today
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Chandra Kishore Thakur Appointed as Global CEO of Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy. Featured in HR Today
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Education
2001 - 2001
Advance Diploma in Program Management
Asian Institute of Management
1996 - 1999
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Indira Gandhi National Open University
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