Experienced Electrical & Railway Systems Expert

🏛️38+ Years of Central Government Servicee
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Ajay Kumar Singhal – Electrical & Railway Expert

About Me

A.K. Sharma, Retired Indian Railways Electrical Engineering Professional with 38+ Years of Experience
38+
Years of Service

An accomplished Electrical Engineering professional with more than 38 years of leadership experience in the Central Government and Public Sector Undertakings. Worked for railway operations, design of three phase AC based Electrical Multiple Units for Suburban Services, electric locomotives and traction systems, coaching rolling stock maintenance, power systems, infrastructure development, and renewable energy. An M.Tech. (Power Systems) graduate from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, recognized for driving strategic and operational excellence across Indian Railways.

🚂 Railway Traction ♻️ Renewable Energy ⚖️ Arbitration 🌏 International Programs 🏛️ Policy Advisory
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M.Tech – Power Systems Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi
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leadership in railway transport sector
INSEAD, Singapore Campus

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex engineering programs, and spearhead transformative initiatives in sustainable transportation and renewable energy, including key contributions towards Indian Railways' Mission Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2030.

My professional journey encompasses railway operational management and maintenance engineering, strategic leadership, and international exposure to advanced European railway systems. I have participated in specialized executive and technical programmes at renowned global institutions that includes ABB, Switzerland; INSEAD, Singapore; ICLIF, Malaysia; and SDA Bocconi School of Management, Italy besides prestigious ISB Hyderabad.

In addition to my engineering and leadership responsibilities, I have served in advisory capacities in the fields of energy management and arbitration. I am a Certified Energy Manager accredited by Bureau of Energy Efficiency and have successfully served as the National Project Coordinator for an Energy Efficiency Joint Project of Indian Railways and UNDP for two years.

Throughout my career, I have combined deep technical expertise with strategic vision and policy implementation, contributing to impactful and sustainable outcomes in the transportation and energy sectors.

Areas of Expertise

across Railway Traction Technology, Renewable Energy projects and Power Trading on Indian Railways.

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Railway Operations & Maintenance

Comprehensive expertise in railway traction systems, designs, operations, preventive maintenance protocols, and safety management.

Electric Locomotive Systems

Administrative and technical coordination for the conventional Broad Gauge AC Electric Locomotives, three phase AC electric locomotives, traction motors, converters and control electronics.

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EMUs and passenger coach maintenance

Design, operation and maintenance of DC and AC EMUs and major as well as minor overhauling schedules.

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Renewable Energy Systems

Solar, wind, and hybrid renewable projects — from feasibility analysis to commissioning and grid integration for railways.

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Power Trading & Markets

Proficiency in short-term power procurement, IEX trading, bilateral contracts and regulatory compliance in electricity markets.

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Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

Experienced arbitrator and consultant for technical and commercial disputes in infrastructure and energy sectors.

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Project Management

Led large-scale national and international projects, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing multi-crore budgets.

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International Exposure

Coordinated projects and procurement from European industry and railway systems

Professional Experience

A distinguished 38+ year journey across Indian Railways and allied domains.

2024 – Present

Technical adviser

Railway & Energy Sector Consultancy

Providing Consultancy services in power systems and maintenance engineering

Consultancy
2023 – 2024

Indian Railways

Coordination of various railway verticals for development of railway infrastructural developments and operation as well as maintenance of trains.

Administration
2020 – 2023

Chief Executive Officer,

Railways Energy Management Co. Ltd.

Overall Coordination of Indian Railways' Energy Portfolio, including Renewable Energy Initiatives.

Leadership
2005 – 2020

Director/Chief Electrical Engineer

Indian Railways

Administrative, Technical works coordination for traction systems with zonal railways.

Administration
2001 – 2005

Deputy Railway Adviser, France

On deputation, coordinated for various railway traction related systems on Europeon Railways and critical supplies from European countries.

International
1988 – 2001

Assistant/Divisional Electrical Engineer

Indian Railways

Foundation and initial years in railway traction - electric locomotive maintenance, major preventive measures of traction equipments and coordination with other maintenance units on railway systems.

Foundation

Certifications & Programmes

World-class education from globally ranked institutions complementing decades of practical expertise.

Advanced Management Programme
INSEAD – Singapore Campus

Elite global business leadership programme at one of the world's top-ranked business schools. Focus on strategic decision-making and leadership in Rail Transportation Sectorr.

Executive Management Programme
SDA Bocconi – Milan, Italy

Executive-level programme from Europe's premier business school, covering strategic management, innovation and global business perspectives.

Leadership & Strategy Programme
ISB – Indian School of Business, Hyderabad

Intensive programme at India's top-ranked business school covering leadership, operations strategy and public sector management.

Advanced Technical Training
IIT Roorkee – Indian Institute of Technology

Specialized technical programme in advanced power electronics, drives and modern railway traction systems from India's premier technical institution.

Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
Bureau of Energy Efficiency, GoI

National certification in energy auditing, management and conservation — one of India's most prestigious designations in the energy domain.

Loco Technology Training
ABB Ltd. – Switzerland

International technical training in IGBT-based loco drive systems, auxiliary converters and advanced diagnostics at ABB's headquarters at Turgi and Terlikon,Switzerland.

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Key Achievements

Landmark accomplishments reflecting excellence in technical leadership and public service.

CEM

Certified Energy Manager

Awarded the prestigious CEM designation by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Government of India — recognizing excellence in energy management and conservation.

UNDP

Project Coordinator – UNDP

Successfully coordinated the United Nations Development Programme's energy efficiency initiative for Indian Railways — one of the largest railway networks globally.

IIT

M.Tech – IIT Delhi

Earned a Master's degree in Power Systems Engineering from IIT Delhi — India's most prestigious technical institution — while serving in active railway service.

ABB

International Technical Exposure

Selected for specialized technical training at ABB's global headquarters in Baden, Switzerland — representing Indian Railways at international level.

38+

Years of Meritorious Service

Over three and a half decades of dedicated Central Government service with consistent performance evaluations and multiple commendations.

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Recognized Arbitration Expert

Arbitrator for technical and commercial disputes in infrastructure and energy sectors, bringing decades of domain expertise to dispute resolution.

Contact Me

Whether for consulting, arbitration, or collaboration — I'd be glad to connect.

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Address
D233, Swarn Jayanti Rail Nagar, Sector 50,
Noida – 201301, Uttar Pradesh
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Professional Profile
Electrical and Railway Systems Expert | Energy Manager | Renewable Energy, Solar and Wind | Arbitrator
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