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Rahul Bagdia

Chairman & Managing Director

Rahul Bagdia

Chairman & Managing Director

Rahul has over 22 years of experience in Electric Mobility, New Energy, Utilities and Green Hydrogen, which makes him an asset in the field. Over the last 12+ years, he has led 300+ consulting projects in the Energy and Utilities sector, with a deep understanding and extensive expertise of mobility, including e-Mobility across the entire value chain. Rahul has planned and strategized low-carbon and EV deployment and scale-up in over 42 countries across India, ASEAN, SAARC, Africa, SIDS, and Pacific Islands. He has worked on more than 90 e-Mobility consulting projects, including developing Energy & Transport, Decarbonization Roadmaps, Climate Transition Plans, Policies & Standards, Techno-commercial feasibility studies, and Climate Financing. Rahul's extensive expertise in e-Mobility, spanning over 8 years, covers all vehicle types such as 2W, 3W, 4W, buses, trucks, boats, and others, charging infrastructure, fleet management, logistics, network planning, and recycling, making him one of the top global e-Mobility experts.

Vikrant Vaidya

Sr. Partner- EV Systems Engineering

Vikrant Vaidya

Sr. Partner- EV Systems Engineering

Vikrant is a seasoned professional in energy systems engineering and integration, with over 20 years of experience, particularly in electric vehicles. He has conducted technical evaluations and feasibility studies for EV projects in several countries, including India, Fiji, the Philippines, Ghana, Zimbabwe, and Nigeria as Senior Partner - EV Systems Engineering at pManifold. Vikrant's expertise lies in developing technical due diligence and go-to-market strategies for investors, model-based EV design, EV validation and testing, and EV capacity building. He has held positions such as Chief Functional Engineer for ICE and Electric Powertrains at Group PSA, Technical Leader for Product Efficiency at Jaguar-Land Rover, and Senior Engineering Manager for Powertrain Controls at GM. His expertise also includes powertrain definition, engine management systems, and the development of virtual simulation methods. His deep understanding of the industry and focus on electric vehicle components engineering have contributed to industry development.

Uma Bagdia

Sr. Partner- Investments & Financing

Uma Bagdia

Sr. Partner- Investments & Financing

Uma is an experienced professional with over 15 years of expertise in investment advisory and finance. She has supported renowned institutions such as AfDB, GGGI, DBSA, CTCN, and UNEP on climate financing projects. Uma has focused on developing funding and financing models for e-Buses across multiple countries in Africa, as well as supporting techno-commercial feasibility studies and investment analysis for e-Mobility Roadmap projects in countries and cities worldwide. Additionally, she has contributed to the development of Project Concept Notes for the GCF Readiness Program in the Asia-Pacific region. With her expertise in e-Mobility investments, finance advisory, project financing structuring, and investment analysis, Uma plays a crucial role in advancing sustainable transportation initiatives.

Kunjan Bagdia

AVP- New Energy, e-Mobility & Utilities

Kunjan Bagdia

AVP- New Energy, e-Mobility & Utilities

Kunjan is an experienced researcher and consultant with over 10 years of experience focusing on energy and utilities, specifically in e-mobility, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and charging infrastructure. He has worked on several projects in various countries, including India, Mongolia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Maldives, Philippines, South Africa, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Senegal. During this time, he has developed GEF CEO Endorsement Request documentation, Project Preparation Facility (PPF) Concept Notes, and Project Information Notes (PIN). Additionally, he has contributed to national and city-level studies on electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and renewable energy projects worldwide, with a strong presence in India, Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. Kunjan's expertise and experience play a crucial role in advancing climate financing initiatives and promoting clean energy solutions.

Ankit Agrawal

Principal Consultant- New Energy, e-Mobility & Utilities

Ankit Agrawal

Principal Consultant- New Energy, e-Mobility & Utilities

Ankit has over 8 years of experience in research and consulting within new energy and utilities, with a focus on electric vehicles (EVs), charging infrastructure, and renewable energy projects. He has contributed to multiple projects related to technical studies for EV and charging infrastructure, supporting policy and technical standards development for EVs, public awareness raising for EVs, and infrastructure and enabling environment for road electric transport across countries such as Lebanon, Bhutan, Maldives, Laos, India, and SAARC member states. With expertise in customer research, market research, analytics, business modeling, financial modeling, GHG modeling, project management, stakeholder engagement, statistical analysis and reporting, impact assessment, policy advocacy, strategic advisory, and distributed renewable energy, including solar PV and SWPs, energy efficiency, LVDC, cold chains, and refrigeration systems, Ankit plays a crucial role in advancing e-Mobility initiatives and promoting renewable energy solutions.

Yamini Keche

Lead- Energy Efficiency & Emerging Markets

Yamini Keche

Lead- Energy Efficiency & Emerging Markets

Yamini is an expert in research, consulting, and stakeholder engagement projects, specializing in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency in Emerging Markets. With over 7 years of experience at pManifold, she has led major initiatives in the sector, focusing on various technologies including Off grids, LVDC, Cold Chain, Refrigeration System, Power Distribution, Solar, and Energy Efficiency. Yamini has conducted Primary and Secondary Research, Techno-commercial Analysis, Standards, Roadmap, Pilot, Capacity Building, and Monitoring & Evaluation for renowned institutions such as CLASP, EST, GOGLA, UKRI, NITI Aayog, and private companies across multiple countries, including India, Kenya, Nigeria, and other Sub-Saharan countries. Yamini excels in stakeholder engagement planning and driving discussions, market research, customer research, analytics, technical report writing, and content development. She plays a crucial role in advancing Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency initiatives.

Abhansha Somvanshi

Lead- e-Mobility & Public Transportation

Abhansha Somvanshi

Lead- e-Mobility & Public Transportation

Abhansha has 5+ years of experience in e-Mobility, Urban Planning, and Public Transportation. She has led major e-Bus projects, including National e-Mobility Policy & Roadmap Planning, Feasibility DPR, and Tender document preparation for e-Buses at the national and city level. Abhansha has also contributed to Climate Financing Proposal development, Capacity Building, Tendering & Procurement, Implementation support, Commissioning and Operational planning of e-Buses, Diagnostics and M&E of e-Bus performance in various countries such as India, Nigeria, Lebanon, Philippines, Fiji, Tonga, and others. Abhansha's expertise includes e-mobility, strategic planning for urban transport, public transport systems planning, feasibility projects, GIS mapping and database for transport asset management, smart street design, route rationalization plan, and parking management plan. She has contributed to sustainable urban development initiatives.

Saudamini Telang

Lead- e-Mobility & Sustainable Cities

Saudamini Telang

Lead- e-Mobility & Sustainable Cities

Saudamini is a professional with over 5 years of experience in e-Mobility, Urban Planning, and Sustainability. She has contributed to major e-Mobility consulting projects and showcased her strong expertise in systematic e-Bus fleet planning at city level, including a framework for comprehensive network planning and fleet scheduling using a SCILAB-based pManifold developed tool known as EV Fleet Planner ©. Her expertise includes TCO Analysis, EV Roadmap Planning, EV Fleet Planning, Techno-commercial modeling, Low Emission Development Strategy, and Comprehensive Mobility Plan. With a focus on planning for sustainability and expertise in Urban Transport Planning and Landscape Design, Saudamini is dedicated to driving positive change in the field of sustainable urban mobility across countries such as India, Maldives, Bhutan, Solomon Islands, Ghana, Zimbabwe, and other African countries

Sayali Agade

Lead- e-Mobility, Hydrogen & Climate

Sayali Agade

Lead- e-Mobility, Hydrogen & Climate

Sayali is an experienced professional in electric mobility with expertise in the global Green Hydrogen space. She contributes to national and global projects on techno-economic potentials for electric vehicles and has worked on multiple e-Truck projects globally, covering industry assessment and roadmap for zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty trucks, truck emissions projection and mapping, and e-Truck roadmaps. Her expertise extends to GHG modeling, e-Truck systems integration, Green Hydrogen, e-Bus system planning, and optimization. Sayali has contributed to e-Mobility projects in India, Zimbabwe, Bhutan, Ghana, Fiji, Tonga, and Solomon Islands, and is dedicated to promoting sustainable transportation and sharing knowledge in the industry.

Dipankar Das

Lead, Strategy & Growth

Dipankar Das

Lead, Strategy & Growth

Dipankar Das is an accomplishedLead for Strategy & Growth In the EV Consulting Practice Team at pManifold, with an MBA in Strategy & Marketing and a B.Tech in Civil Engineering. With extensive experience in the e-Mobility sector, Dipankar has a deep understanding of-Mobility technologies, industry trends, and best practices across various countries/regions such asIndia, ASEAN, SIDS & Pacific Islands, and Africancountries such as Fiji, Tonga, Laos,Philippines, South Africa, Ghana, Zimbabwe and others. His expertise spans across the entire e-Mobility value chain, includingEV Policies and Roadmaps, EV Business Strategies, GreenFinancing, Project Management, and more.

Barsha Paul

Architect | Transport Planner

Barsha Paul

Architect | Transport Planner

As an experienced professional with a background in architecture and a current focus on e-Mobility, Hydrogen, and ZETs, Barsha brings a unique blend of skills and knowledge to the table. With a passion for cutting-edge technology and sustainable transport solutions, staying at the industry forefront to drive positive change is her mission. Her expertise spans various areas, including electric vehicles and hydrogen, with a proven track record of successful outcomes. She takes pride in her contribution to sustainable funding for public transport. Apart from technical proficiency, Barsha excels as communicator and presenter, demonstrated by her notable research presentation at TRA Lisbon 2022 on autonomous vehicles' interaction with human drivers in Indian road contexts. Her ability to engage diverse audiences and convey complex ideas is a notable asset. Barsha exhibits strong leadership qualities, effectively managing teams and projects within specified timelines and budgets. This unique blend of technical knowledge, communication prowess, and leadership skills positions them as an ideal candidate for organizations striving to innovate and create a positive impact in the realm of sustainable transport.

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Daniel Roberto

HR MANAGER

Dhony Abraham

MARKETING HEAD

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