NHPC, SECI, Railtel, and SJVN Gain Navratna Status
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman granted ‘Navratna’ status to four Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs): NHPC, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), Railtel Corporation of India (RCIL), and Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN). This brings the total number of Navratna CPSEs in India to 25. The Navratna status provides these entities with increased financial and operational autonomy.
Railtel Corporation: The 22nd Navratna, with a turnover of ₹2,622 crore and a net profit of ₹246 crore for FY24.
Solar Energy Corporation: The 23rd Navratna, reporting an annual turnover of ₹13,035 crore and a net profit of ₹436 crore for FY24.
NHPC: The 24th Navratna, with an annual turnover of ₹8,405 crore and a net profit of ₹3,744 crore for FY24.
SJVN: The 25th Navratna, posting an annual turnover of ₹2,833 crore and a net profit of ₹908 crore for FY24.
The Navratna status enhances these companies’ ability to make autonomous decisions regarding capital expenditures, joint ventures, technology partnerships, and organizational restructuring. This status aims to boost their growth and operational efficiency, aligning with India’s focus on sustainable energy and economic development.
SECI, marking its 13th year, is a key player in India’s renewable energy sector, managing a cumulative generation capacity of 69.25 GW and annual power trading volume exceeding 42 billion units. The Navratna status is expected to accelerate SECI’s growth through improved financial flexibility and strategic agility.
The Navratna status is awarded based on criteria including excellent performance ratings, a composite score of 60 or above in selected performance indicators, and the CPSEs’ status as Miniratna I and Schedule ‘A’. The scheme, introduced in 1997, aims to recognize and support CPSEs with significant comparative advantages, enabling them to pursue global expansion and increased autonomy in various operational areas.
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