Strategy Advisor, Startup Mentor, Government Affairs Specialist, Finan

ANIL HAJELA

New Delhi, +91-844*******;www.linkedin.com/in/anil-hajela-4642a237b; ***********@*******.*** EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Seasoned finance and strategy leader with 40+ years of experience spanning infrastructure finance, policy advisory, capital markets, PPPs, M&A, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement with GoI and global institutions, and driving transformative initiatives from zero-based budgeting to national asset monetization. KEY EXPERTISE

Project & Infrastructure Finance

Public Policy Advisory

M&A, Capital Markets & Corporate Structuring

Corporate Governance & Compliance (SEBI, FEMA, Co. Law)

Stakeholder Negotiation & Strategic Partnerships

Government & Regulatory Engagement

Board-level Leadership & Turnarounds

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Led the Zero-Based Budgeting exercise for the Punjab Government; reviewed functioning of 52 PSU/PSEs for revival/ monetization/ closure. Suggested ‘Tourism’ initiatives and restructuring of DPED.

Structured GoI’s first INViT monetization initiative in the roads sector alongside global advisors.

Spearheaded equity and debt syndication for large-scale infra projects exceeding USD 250 million.

Directed risk mitigation for stressed assets at L&T Infra Finance; established due diligence frameworks. Spearheaded FM’s visit overseas to solicit Foreign Investment in Infrastructure.

Structured investment outreach programs for the FM of India abroad, improving investor sentiment.

Served on Boards of investee companies; managed PE investments over USD 100 million.

Finalized strategic JV and PPP projects across Roads, Airports, Townships, And Industrial Clusters.

Handled Telstra’s exit strategy from India including debt restructuring and M&A facilitation.

Built Merchant Banking teams from scratch for fee based advisory and handled over 150 IPO and Follow on Public Offers.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fellow (Equivalent to the Additional secretary of the Government of India) – The/Nudge IAF Programme, Punjab Government (Dec 2022 – Jun 2024) Led public finance reform through Zero-Based Budgeting; evaluated PSU/PSE efficiency; advised on PPP structuring and borrowings, disinvestment. Suggested ’Tourism’ initiatives as a plan for growth. Core Team Member – Udvik Infrastructure Advisors LLP (Sep 2014 – Dec 2022) Policy advisory and transaction structuring for infra projects (railways, EV, ropeways). Partnered with Big 4 firms and McKinsey on government mandates.

Head – Corporate Affairs, L&T Infrastructure Finance Ltd. (Sep 2012 – Sep 2014) Advocated infra project clearances with MoEF, NHAI, RBI; set up forensic DD processes and stakeholder interface at GoI ministries and industry bodies. Spearheaded GoI’s initiative for seeking Private Investment in Infrastructure.

Corporate Advisor – Strategy (Sep 2010 – Sep 2012) Advised a retail Garment Brand on corporate governance practices, preparing them for expansion, private equity and public listing.

Vice President – Finance, Zim Integrated Shipping Services (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Oct 2008 – Aug 2010) Oversaw finance and SAP rollout; conducted forensic audit; mitigated FEMA risks; restructured logistics operations.

Vice President, DEG – German Investment & Development Company (Aug 2006 – Aug 2008) Led origination and monitoring of equity/loan investments; co-invested with DFIs (FMO, SWEDFUND); Board Director on listed company.

Vice President, SREI Infrastructure Finance Ltd. (Jul 2004 – Jul 2006) Structured PPPs in Airports, Roads, Power; arranged finance for helicopters, airport ground handling equipment; advised DMRC on interim finance.

Head – Finance, Telstra V Comm (Feb 2001 – Jun 2004) Directed Telstra’s India exit; negotiated with lenders, coordinated due diligence, ensured post-exit transition. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

BCURE Public Policy Certifications – Harvard Kennedy School/EPoD & MGSIPA (Impact Evaluation, Descriptive Evidence, Data Systems)

I.C.S.I. – Company Secretary (Final)

I.C.W.A.I – Cost Accountancy (Final)

B.Com (Hons) – University of Delhi

Certificate in COBOL Programming, CMC Delhi

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Date of Birth: 18th February, 1958

Languages: English (Proficient), Hindi (Proficient)

References: Available upon request

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