Parminder Chopra Becomes First Woman to Become CMD of India’s Largest NBFC, PFC

Parminder Chopra Becomes First Woman to Become CMD of India’s Largest NBFC, PFC

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Category : Appointment/Resignation Published on: May 15 2023

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  • Parminder Chopra has become the first woman to assume the role of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) at Power Finance Corporation (PFC), India’s largest Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC).
  • Parminder’s appointment is not only a testament to her remarkable leadership qualities and expertise but also a significant step forward for gender diversity in the corporate world.
  • As the CMD of PFC, Parminder Chopra will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s strategic initiatives and shaping its future trajectory.
  • She has been with the company since 2005 and has been serving as the Director (Finance) and CFO since 2020, as well as a member of the board of directors.
  • She has over 35 years of experience in the power sector, including the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation of India (NHPC) and the Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL).
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