Apraava Energy announced it has launched an initiative with an all-women team managing the morning shift at its 100-MW Veltoor solar plant in Telangana, India. This move marks a significant step towards promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in India's energy sector. It is one of the first initiatives of its kind in the country and aligns with Apraava’s broader focus on gender diversity, aiming to create more opportunities for women engineers in renewable energy operations.
Apraava, headquartered in Mumbai, has a portfolio including approximately 1,200 MW of wind and 250 MW of solar projects.
The all-women team consists of four engineers—Dudimetla Tejaswini, Anusha Rudramuni, Indhusree Rudramuni, and Koretha Suguna—who were hired through Apraava Energy’s partner, Param Renewable Energy. They bring a diverse set of skills, creativity, and collaborative problem-solving approaches. Additionally, Jhaswini Kumari P and Mani Deepthi Meda from Apraava manage overall plant operations, reinforcing the company’s commitment to female representation in technical roles.
“Our all-women team proudly symbolizes Apraava’s commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equal opportunity. On this International Women’s Day, we reaffirm our resolve to champion DEI and accelerate actions to empower women to thrive, excel, and lead in the renewable energy sector,” said Deepa Sebastian, Apraava Senior VP–HR, in a company press release.
Apraava Energy supports its workforce through a development program, including mentorship and comprehensive technical training, to help women engineers build practical and leadership skills.
"This is my first time working at a solar plant, and the hands-on experience has been truly enriching. It is a great opportunity to acquire new skills and a significant step towards my career growth in the rapidly advancing renewable energy sector,” said Indhusree Rudramuni who works in tracker restoration.
Apraava Energy hopes this will inspire more women to pursue careers in clean energy and engineering.
The company announced also its plans to focus exclusively on low-carbon investments, including renewable energy, power transmission, and customer-focused energy solutions.