South Asia Regional Infrastructure Connectivity (SARIC)

ADNAN RAFIQ

DesignationDomain Officer

Professional Bio

Adnan Rafiq is a civil servant with a distinguished record in trade facilitation and digital transformation within Pakistan's public sector. He has been at the forefront of pioneering initiatives aimed at modernizing trade processes and strengthening institutional efficiency. In addition, Adnan has made significant contributions to the Pakistan Single Window (PSW) initiative. He was instrumental in designing the subscription and registration module, introducing user-focused UI/UX enhancements that improved accessibility and responsiveness. His professional expertise spans policy design, digital governance, and inter-agency coordination, with a consistent focus on leveraging technology for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. His career reflects a steadfast commitment to governance reforms, institutional strengthening, and trade competitiveness, positioning him as a forward-looking professional in Pakistan's evolving digital trade ecosystem.

ADNAN YOUSAF

DesignationSuperintending Engineer, Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project

SARIC Training Tunnel Boring Machines

Professional Bio

Working as Superintending Engineer for monitoring of construction activities at under construction 800 MW Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project and also supervisiong the procurement and Contracts Management related tasks under FIDIC and PEC guidelines.

Alishpa Khattak

DesignationAssistant Manager Planning

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Alishpa is an accomplished Assistant Manager in the Technical Services Wing at an Electrical Distribution Utility. With expertise in LV Distribution and HV Grids and Transmission System Planning, Cost Estimation, and Tender Evaluation, she excels in delivering high-quality projects. Her meticulous review of technical data and drawings ensures precision and efficiency. With a focus on optimizing distribution systems and grid operations, she continues to drive innovation and growth in the electrical distribution sector.

Amber Fatima

DesignationAssistant Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Amber is a highly skilled electrical engineer with over eight years of progressive experience in power distribution, system optimization, and project management, currently serving as assistant manager at Multan Electric Power Company. She has led key initiatives including load flow studies using software, grid station assessments, and technical evaluations for network expansion and performance enhancement. Her expertise spans budgeting, strategic planning, and improving grid reliability and efficiency.

Amna Hassan

DesignationAssistant Director/Junior Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Amna is currently working as assistant director (planning & engineering) at Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO), where she is responsible for planning, designing, and improving the power distribution network to ensure reliable and efficient service delivery. With a background in electrical engineering and a keen interest in power system development, she works on load forecasting, system expansion, and integration of new technologies to support the growing energy demands. Her role involves preparing technical proposals, evaluating system performance, and contributing to the modernization of the grid through smart solutions. She also collaborates with internal departments and external stakeholders to align projects with national energy policies and sustainability goals.

Ananda Priyadarshi Mallawatantri

AM

DesignationAdvisor to the President of Sri Lanka on Environment, Climate Change and Green Finance

SARIC Training Green Hydrogen Study and Networking Tour

Anees Fatima

AF

SARIC Training SAR100

Aroob Khalid Burney

DesignationAss Manager Projects, in Business Strategy

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Aroob is serving her organization for the past 8 years and has been involved in multiple roles and projects throughout. She had been recruited by K Electric just right after her graduation in 2017, as a Trainee Engineer.

ASIF KHAN

DesignationDirector (Civil)

SARIC Training Dam Safety Principles

Professional Bio

Asif currently serves as Director (civil) at the Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization (PEDO), under the energy and power department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. His primary area of interest is hydropower construction, and he is a registered engineer with the Pakistan Engineering Council. He has worked as deputy director on the 300 MW Balakot hydropower project in the district. Previously, he served as Assistant Director on the Koto hydropower project in district Dir Lower, which generates 40 MW of electricity. He has held various roles in construction, operations, and planning of hydropower projects His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with technical standards, safety protocols, and environmental guidelines. He also coordinates with multiple stakeholders and manages both project management consultants and contractor teams.

Barira Momal

BM

DesignationAssistant Manager (Planning Analyst)

SARIC Training SAR100

Chamari Dhanapala

DesignationChief Engineer (Commercial)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Chamari Dhanapala is an experienced electrical engineer with 12 years of expertise in planning, designing, and managing both medium voltage (33kV) and low voltage (230V) electrical distribution systems. Her career spans extensive work in energy management, loss reduction, and system reliability improvement within distribution utilities.

DEKI YANGZOM

DesignationChief Legal Officer

SARIC Training Regional Power Markets

Designation – (Planning)

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SARIC Training Disaster Management Dam Safety Principles 2.0 Women Trailblazers in Logistics Digitalization of Supply Chains and Logistics Tunnel Boring Machines Building Codes and Standards Renewable Energy Green Hydrogen Study and Networking Tour Road Asset Management Road Safety Management River Basin Management Ports Learning Tour SAR100 Regional Power Markets Dam Safety Principles Building Blocks for Inclusive Regional Infrastructure Projects (BBIRI)

Eisa Bin Basheer

DesignationDirector (Transmission)

SARIC Training Renewable Energy

Professional Bio

An exceptionally successful energy management professional with over two decades of cumulative and diversified experience in planning and management, conduct of International Competitive Bidding (ICB), contract administration for establishment of mega power projects based on various technologies (oil, natural gas, R-LNG, coal) and EHV transmission line projects. An active team player possessed with relationship building skills to significantly boost communication channels, efficacy and expertise that consummates towards a forward-thinking technical and policy formulation / implementation organization.

Eman Manzoor Ahmad

EA

DesignationAssistant Executive Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

F.Z. Marzook

FM

DesignationElectrical Engineer (Tower Line Construction & Maintenance)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Zahra Marzook is a distinguished professional in the power and energy sector, bringing over 11 years of experience, seven of which are in coal power generation and four in distribution projects. In 2019, she was recognized with the prestigious Young Woman Engineer Award in Sri Lanka, serving as a role model for aspiring women engineers. She actively volunteers with the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka and the National WE Power Chapter, where she contributes to the Returning Mothers Working Group and the HR Expert Working Group.

Faiza Yaqub

Designation Director Energy Management System

Current OrganisationIndependent Market & System Operator

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Engr. Faiza Yaqub serves as Director, Energy Management System (EMS), Independent System and Market Operator (ISMO), Pakistan. She is a power systems and energy sector professional with over 22 years of experience in transmission system operations, SCADA/EMS technologies, HVDC systems, grid modernization, and power sector reforms. In her current role, she leads the development, implementation, and optimization of advanced Energy Management Systems (EMS), Generation Management Systems (GMS), Operator Training Simulators (OTS), Dynamic Security Assessment (DSA) tools, and Wide Area Monitoring Systems (WAMS) to support secure, reliable, and efficient operation of Pakistan’s power system. She has played a key role in several strategic national initiatives, including the successful commissioning of Pakistan’s ±660 kV, 4000 MW Matiari–Lahore HVDC Transmission System and the modernization of the National Control Centre’s SCADA/EMS infrastructure Engr. Faiza holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power), a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Honors) from UET Lahore, and an MBA in Finance. Her expertise spans real-time grid operations, power system analytics, control center technologies, cybersecurity, vendor management, regulatory coordination, and digital transformation. "

FAIZAN ALI

DesignationDeputy Chief

Professional Bio

Faizan has been serving in the Transport and Communication Section of the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives for over 13 years. Currently he holds the position of deputy chief Transport & Communication. His responsibilities include technical appraisal of development projects , feasibility studies, and preparation of transport and logistics plans. He actively contributes to policy formulation, project monitoring, and evaluation, and represents the ministry in high-level forums. He also plays a key role in shaping integrated transport sector strategies at the national level.

Fareeha Kalam

FK

DesignationManager Technical

SARIC Training SAR100

FAREEHA MALAHAT

DesignationExecutive Engineer

SARIC Training Women Trailblazers in Logistics

Professional Bio

Fareeha is a qualified civil engineer who began her career as a junior design engineer with private consulting firms. She was later selected for the Communication and Works (C&W) Department as an assistant engineer. Over the years, she has served in various key roles within the department, including Section Officer (Buildings), Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), Monitoring Officer, and Deputy Secretary (Technical). Currently, she is serving as Deputy Director in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Rural Accessibility Project (KP RAP).

Fatima Taseer

DesignationExecutive Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Fatima is a professional with over a decade of experience in the field of engineering, currently serving as an executive engineer at WAPDA since 2011. Her expertise spans across project management, engineering design, and operational execution within the power and water sectors. Her technical acumen, coupled with her ability to navigate complex regulatory and environmental challenges, has made me a vital contributor to WAPDA's mission of providing sustainable and efficient energy solutions to the nation.

G.A. Lanka Ruchirani Perera

GP

DesignationElectrical Engineer (Equipment and Asset Database Maintenance)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Ruchirani Perera is working as an electrical engineer at the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), Sri Lanka, with over a decade of experience in supply-side energy management, project implementation, and information systems.

Hamra Laadi

DesignationAssistant Director Planning & Scheduling

SARIC Training SAR100

HINA AKRAM

DesignationDeputy Director, Public Private Partnership

SARIC Training Women Trailblazers in Logistics

Professional Bio

Hina has been actively involved in the planning, execution, and management of key infrastructure and operational projects within the railways. Her role has centered around enhancing the efficiency and reliability of the national rail network, implementing modern technologies, and optimizing operational processes to improve passenger and freight services through private investments. She has contributed to strategic initiatives aimed at modernizing railway infrastructure, streamlining logistics, and fostering regional connectivity, aligning with the broader goals of sustainable and integrated transport systems.

Hina Khan

HK

DesignationXEN-Hydropower Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Hira Ashraf

DesignationAssistant Manager (Program)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Hira is an electrical engineer with over seven years of experience advancing energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability in Pakistan. Currently serving as assistant manager (program) at PEECA, she leads large-scale clean energy projects funded by the world bank and KFW bank, enabling the deployment of over 40 mw of solar PV systems across Punjab. Her contributions include developing appliance standards, establishing Pakistan's first public-sector ac testing lab, and shaping policies on electric vehicles and energy-efficient buildings. Committed to sustainability and gender inclusion, she has also led outreach programs reaching over 90,000 students and training 2,000+ professionals.

Humaira Batool

DesignationExecutive Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Humaira is currently serving as an Executive Engineer (power) at the Tarbela hydroelectric power station, one of Pakistan's largest and most critical power generation facilities. With over a decade of experience in the power sector, she has developed deep expertise in hydroelectric generation, plant operations, and system reliability. She began her career with WAPDA in 2011 as part of its pioneering batch of engineers, starting at the Ghazi Barotha hydropower project, where she proudly served as the only female engineer for six years. Throughout her career, she has contributed to optimizing energy output, enhancing plant efficiency, and ensuring compliance with rigorous safety and operational standards.

Husnain Afzal

DesignationDirector (Technical) to Chairman WAPDA

SARIC Training Dam Safety Principles

Professional Bio

Husnain has been associated with WAPDA for over 15 years, gaining deep insight into the water challenges faced by Pakistan. These challenges include limited focus on conservation, water-intensive agricultural practices, inadequate storage infrastructure leading to water, food, and energy insecurity, excessive groundwater extraction, and interprovincial disharmony caused by irregularities in water accounting and auditing systems. He has also observed the complexities of transboundary water disputes. During his tenure at WAPDA, he has held several key positions, including roles at the Tarbela dam, the 1410 mw Tarbela 4th extension hydropower project, the Simly dam project, and within WAPDA's planning division

Ifrah Hafeez

DesignationDeputy Manager (Safety)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ifrah began her career in the design department of NTDC, gaining experience in office-based tasks such as preparing tenders and evaluating bid documents. While this role provided a strong foundation, she sought more hands-on experience and moved to the asset management department. Working in grid system operations and maintenance gave her deep insights into the field. She later transitioned to the training & development department, where she conducted technical promotion training for officers of all cadres. This role enhanced her leadership skills and solidified her commitment to knowledge sharing. Currently, she serves in the health, safety & environment department, ensuring workplace safety and compliance within NTDC.

Inayat Ur Rahman

DesignationDirector RAMS

SARIC Training Road Asset Management

Professional Bio

Inayat Rahman is an accredited professional engineer by the Pakistan Engineering Council with over 15 years of professional experience, he is currently working as Director Road Asset Management (RAMS) in communication and works department, Govt of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. He has served as Deputy Secretary technical for 3 years, he has extensive hands-on experience in contract management, Road Asset Management, site supervision, quality control, and ensuring efficient utilization of public funds in diverse government projects. His expertise spans restoration and strengthening of existing infrastructure as well as the planning and construction of new infrastructure, including buildings and roads.

Irsa Kanwal

IK

DesignationDeputy Manager Operations

SARIC Training SAR100

Javaria Shehzad

DesignationDeputy Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Javaria is a professional engineer with over 15 years of experience in the power sector. She joined the National Grid Company of Pakistan in 2012 and currently serves as deputy manager technical in the projects department. Her career began in 2010 as a design engineer at a renowned private firm, where she was recognized for her outstanding work on a pilot transformer project that achieved 68% reduced losses compared to conventional designs. She is Pakistan's first female engineer to specialize in power transformers and played a leading role in implementing ISO 17025 lab accreditation. In her current role, she has successfully commissioned multiple 500kv and 220kv grid stations and transmission line projects. Among her recent achievements, she is leading Pakistan's first pilot project for reconductoring a 220kv transmission line using low-loss ACSR conductors.

K.K.A. Chandrakanti

KC

DesignationElectrical Engineer (Material Management)

SARIC Training SAR100

K.K.Navoda

K

DesignationElectrical Engineer (Commercial)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Navoda gathered experience as an engineer in Ceylon Electricity Board. She has field experience in distribution low voltage and medium voltage line construction, tower construction, transformer earthing etc. She has been working as a training engineer in Thermal Power Plans owned by Ceylon Electricity Board and presently, engaged with the distribution division of the same organization. She is continuously enhancing her knowledge through various courses and willing to take on new challenges in the future.

Kanwal Khalid

DesignationDeputy Manager - Asset Management

SARIC Training SAR100

Khalid Muhammad

KM

DesignationJoint Secretary

SARIC Training Renewable Energy

KHURRAM BALOCH

DesignationDeputy Director (Maintenance)

Current OrganisationNational Highway Authority (NHA)

SARIC Training Tunnel Boring Machines

Professional Bio

A Professional Engineer registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), currently serving as Deputy Director (Maintenance) at the National Highway Authority (NHA), Pakistan, with over 18 years of experience in highway infrastructure management. His areas of expertise include highway pavement maintenance and rehabilitation, road asset management, bridge inspection and maintenance, and highway tunnel operations. He is also an ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor, contributing to quality assurance, risk management, and continual improvement initiatives within the organization. His experience includes the rehabilitation and modernization of tunnel electrical and mechanical systems, SCADA upgrades, and emergency response management. He is committed to promoting sustainable infrastructure, effective asset management, and excellence in transportation engineering.

Kinza Ali

KA

DesignationAssistant Manager Planning

SARIC Training SAR100

KUENGA CHODEN DORJI

KD

DesignationDeputy Executive Engineer

M V N Nisansani

DesignationChief Engineer (Tariff)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Nisansani is a dedicated professional in the power sector with 14 years of experience, including over 12 years at the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB). She currently plays a key role in regulatory affairs, particularly in tariff formulation and revision processes. Her responsibilities include developing and reviewing end-user tariffs, analyzing customer data, and preparing regulatory submissions aligned with national policies and guidelines.

M.V.P.G. Udayakanthi

MU

DesignationChief Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Udayakanthi, a chartered engineer with over 16 years of experience in the power sector, currently serving as chief engineer at Ceylon Electricity Board. She led efforts to enhance grid reliability, optimize maintenance strategies, and integrate renewable energy into the national network. She has played a pivotal role in enhancing power distribution reliability, construction, and maintenance efficiency. Her technical expertise spans high-voltage engineering, renewable energy, and smart meter technologies.

Madiha Yaqoob

DesignationAssistant Director

SARIC Training SAR100

Marrya

M

DesignationAssistant Executive Engineer (Electrical)

SARIC Training SAR100

Masha Mendis

DesignationElectrical Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Masha Mendis is an experienced electrical engineer currently working in the corporate strategy Division (IT Branch) of the Ceylon Electricity Board. With over a decade of experience across engineering, IT, supply chain, and digitization, she brings a strong blend of technical expertise and strategic thinking to her work. As an associate member of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka, she has contributed to several national-level digital transformation initiatives, including the digitization of government procurement platforms. She is also an active member of the WePOWER Sri Lanka Chapter, where she supports efforts to promote gender equality in the energy sector. She has organized and led workshops and field visits aimed at empowering female undergraduates and professionals in STEM.

Melundi Prashamali Nishshanka

Designation Senior Electrical Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Nishshanka has professional experience with more than 7 years with a solid educational background. She is currently employed as a senior electrical engineer at Lanka Electricity Company, overseeing network operations and managing a team of approximately 150 staff. Prior to that, she worked at the State Engineering Corporation, focusing on the consultancy division. Her previous experiences also include working at Pubudu engineering project as an electrical engineer, where she was involved in design, estimation, and project coordination activities.

MP Udari Manaranga Perera

DesignationElectrical Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Perera is a dedicated electrical engineer with extensive experience in the Sri Lankan energy sector. Her professional journey spans over a decade at the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), where she currently serves as an electrical engineer in the business and operational strategy branch, focusing on formulating and monitoring strategic initiatives to enhance organizational performance. Her prior roles include serving as an electrical superintendent where she developed skills in project management, technical training, and data analysis.

Muhammad Abdur Rahman

DesignationManaging Director

SARIC Training Renewable Energy

Professional Bio

Rahman is a professional engineer with over 17 years of experience in Energy, Sustainable Development, Climate Change in both public and development sector.

Muhammad Ahsan

DesignationDirector - Fire & Rescue

Current OrganisationCapital Emergency Service, CDA, Islamabad

Emailahsaneo@gmail.com

SARIC Training Disaster Management

Professional Bio

Muhammad is a highly experienced Disaster Management Practitioner and Emergency Responder with over 20 years of expertise in emergency and disaster management. Currently serving as Director of Fire & Rescue Service at Capital Emergency Service, Islamabad, he has held key leadership roles including Manager of the Urban Search & Rescue Coordination Cell, Deputy Team Leader of Pakistan Rescue Team—the first UN-INSARAG classified USAR team in South Asia—Emergency Officer Operations, Deputy Director Rescue Operations & Administration, and Provincial Monitoring Officer for Punjab Emergency Service. His professional strengths encompass firefighting operations (industrial and forest fires), urban search and rescue, flood and earthquake response, safety training, and international humanitarian assistance.

Muhammad Ayaz

DesignationDeputy Director

Current OrganisationPKHA / Communication & Works Department, Govt. of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

SARIC Training Tunnel Boring Machines

Professional Bio

Muhammad Ayaz is a certified professional engineer with over 13 years of experience in civil engineering and infrastructure project management. He currently serves as deputy director at the Pakhtunkhwa Highways Authority (PKHA), where he oversees major projects including tunnels, roads, and bridges. With certifications in construction project management, tunnel construction and other prefessional tools, he has led significant projects in public sector.

Muhammad Owais Khan

DesignationManager

SARIC Training Disaster Management

Professional Bio

Muhammad is a disaster risk reduction and humanitarian response professional with over seven years of experience in project management and donor coordination. Currently serving as Manager (Development Organizations) at the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Pakistan, he focuses on strengthening partnerships between NDMA and development partners to enhance disaster preparedness, response, and resilience building. In his role, Owais coordinates engagement with development partners by maintaining structured databases, drafting and implementing Letters of Understanding (LoUs), and facilitating joint initiatives. He contributes to policy development through concept notes, policy briefs, and project proposals, and organizes seminars, conferences, simulation exercises, and capacity-building workshops in collaboration with stakeholders. His liaison works with development partners, government institutions, and humanitarian actors ensures effective communication and implementation of NDMA's strategic objectives.

Muhammad Zain

DesignationAssistant Executive Engineer (AXEN, Civil)

SARIC Training Dam Safety Principles

Professional Bio

Zain is a dam safety assessment specialist with extensive experience in the inspection, structural evaluation, and risk assessment of large dams. He served as an assistant executive engineer at the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), Pakistan, where he led and participated in numerous annual and special safety inspections for major projects, including Tarbela Dam, Mangla Dam, and several other key reservoirs. His expertise spans both field-based physical condition assessments and advanced analytical safety evaluations. He has held academic and research positions, including postdoctoral fellow at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, and research associate at Imperial College London, where he developed and validated machine learning algorithms for analytical fragility curve generation. In addition to his technical expertise, he has contributed to numerous high-impact publications, engaged in international collaborations, and played an active role in capacity building initiatives related to dam safety and structural resilience.

Muniba Afzal

MA

DesignationDeputy General Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

Nadeesha Chathuri Manamperi

DesignationChief Engineer (Condition Monitoring & Diagnosis - High Voltage Equipment)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Nadeesha Manamperi specializes in implementing condition-monitoring systems and troubleshooting critical failures in high-voltage equipment, including transformers and generators. As part of the technical committee, she contributes to key decisions on equipment overhauls and diagnostics and ensures safety compliance. She has successfully managed projects and led rehabilitation initiatives with a budget exceeding USD 10 million.

Nadia Karim

NK

DesignationAssistant Director (Tech

SARIC Training SAR100

Nadia Shams

NS

DesignationAdditional Manager Power System Planning

SARIC Training SAR100

Natasha Shaikh

DesignationDeputy Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

Neelam

N

DesignationAssistant Director

SARIC Training SAR100

Nida Mukhtar

NM

DesignationAdditional Director (Market Operations)

Current OrganisationIndependent System and Market Operator (ISMO)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

She is an energy professional with over 10 years of experience in the power sector, specializing in electricity market design, regulatory frameworks, market settlement, and trading. She has contributed to the development of Pakistan's Competitive Trading Bilateral Contract Market (CTBCM) through the design of market rules, commercial frameworks, and regulatory instruments. Her expertise spans electricity market reforms, regulatory policy, and stakeholder engagement, with experience working alongside government institutions, regulators, and industry participants.

Opatha Kankanamge Harshani Kokila

DesignationChief Engineer (corporate affairs)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Kokila with over 14 years of experience in the power utility sector, has developed robust expertise in electrical engineering, regulatory compliance, and strategic project management. Her career at the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has allowed her to excel in roles such as chief engineer - corporate affairs and electrical engineer - planning and meter testing. She has a proven track record of managing complex regulatory affairs, developing and implementing tariff methodologies.

Palwasha Hamid

PH

DesignationDeputy Director

SARIC Training SAR100

PHUB ZAM

PZ

DesignationDeputy Executive Engineer

Quratulain Jamil

QJ

DesignationTA (Energy Specialist)

SARIC Training SAR100

R.M.I.K.K. Rajapaksha

RR

DesignationChief Engineer (Regulatory Affairs)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Rajapaksha, a chartered engineer registered with the engineering council of Sri Lanka, currently serves as the chief engineer in the transmission division of the Ceylon Electricity Board. She has over a decade of experience in regulatory affairs and project management. She has played a pivotal role in overseeing and managed funded projects from banks like the Asian Development Bank. Her robust background in electrical engineering and profound understanding of the energy market and tariffs make her an asset in the energy sector.

R.V.D.H.N.Rajapaksha

R

DesignationChief Engineer (Energy Marketing)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Rajapaksha started her career in 2009 as an electrical engineer(design) at Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau. In 2010, she joined Ceylon Electricity Board as an electrical engineer. In 2020, she got transferred to energy marketing (Transmission) branch in the same organization

Rabail Khalil

RK

DesignationAssistant Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

Rabia Kalsoom

DesignationPower System Engineer (Demand Forecasting)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Rabia's expertise includes power System spatial load forecasting, modelling, Transmission System Planning, Interconnection Studies and integrating DERs using PSS/E. She is also accomplished in managerial aspects of business such as developing business plans and investment plans, coordination with other network companies and supply operators to develop centralized strategic network plans, stakeholder management including communicating technical plans to regulatory authority and major clients, load forecasting and developing various load and generation scenarios to test transmission system capacity for expected load demands. In addition, she is a certified market professional with professional understanding of how power is supplied and traded in wholesale or retail power markets.

RICHEN DORJI

DesignationChief Engineer

SARIC Training Dam Safety Principles

Professional Bio

Richen is a chief engineer of the tariff division at ERA. He is responsible for determining the domestic tariff of hydropower and solar power projects in Bhutan. His earlier job as an executive engineer in the licensing and technical division at ERA was mainly for the issuance of license for construction, operation, transmission and distribution of energy. He was mainly involved in granting the construction and operation license of many mega hydropower projects in the country and to the only utility scale solar project in the country.

Sadia Javed

SJ

DesignationExecutive Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Sahibzada Fahad Noor

SN

DesignationAssistant Director South

SARIC Training Road Safety Management

Saman Saqlain

SS

DesignationAdditional Director

SARIC Training SAR100

Sanam Jabbar

SJ

DesignationExecutive Engineer/ Deputy Director (BPS-18)

SARIC Training SAR100

Saqib Sarwar

SS

DesignationDirector Road Maintenance Unit

SARIC Training Road Asset Management

Sara Afzal

DesignationExecutive Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Sara is an engineer at the water and power development authority (WAPDA), where she plays a key role in strengthening Pakistan's energy infrastructure and water resource management. Her work centers on enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting sustainable practices across WAPDA's engineering programs, based at the WAPDA engineering academy in Faisalabad, she trains officers and officials to follow current regulations and protocols, contributing to capacity building and improved performance. She is passionate about empowering communities through reliable energy access; she is committed to shaping a resilient and equitable future for Pakistan's power systems.

Sara Hafeez

SH

DesignationExecutive Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Sehr Karimjee

SK

DesignationDeputy Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

SHAHEEN AKRAM

SA

DesignationAssistant Manager (Planning)

SARIC Training SAR100

Shahnaz Akhter

DesignationLiaison Officer UN-INSARAG Classified Pakistan Rescue Team/ Head Community Safety & Information/ Provincial Monitoring Officer

Current OrganisationEmergency Services Department, Punjab-Pakistan

SARIC Training Disaster Management

Professional Bio

Shahnaz Akhter is the first female member of the United Nations INSARAG Classified Pakistan Rescue Team in South Asia. Currently serving as Provincial Monitoring Officer, Head of Community Safety, and Chief Public Information Officer in the Emergency Services Department of Punjab, Pakistan. She has over 20 years of experience in emergency operations, crisis communication, volunteer management, and institutional monitoring. She has trained thousands of volunteers and established more than 6,000 Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) with over 200,000 Rescue Scouts, creating a sustainable grassroots safety network. Shahnaz has led major rescue operations during floods, fires, extreme weather, the COVID 19 pandemic, and the Turkiye Earthquake Response, where she personally extricated survivors. She has represented Pakistan at international forums including the IAEA in Austria, the World Congress on Safety & Health at Work in Australia, and specialized trainings in Japan, Turkiye, China, Maldives, and Sri Lanka. Her career reflects visionary leadership, resilience, and commitment to public service, making her a role model for women in emergency services.

Shazain Sarfraz

SS

DesignationAssistant Manager (Planning)

SARIC Training SAR100

Sheeraz Anwar Khan

SK

DesignationManaging Director

SARIC Training Renewable Energy

SHERAB ZANGMO

SZ

DesignationJunior Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Sidra Iqbal

SI

DesignationAssistant Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

Subramaniam Sharmila

DesignationElectrical Engineer (Regulatory Affairs)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Subramaniam Sharmila is an experienced electrical engineer with over 11 years in the power sector, currently serving at the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB). In her current role, she is responsible for preparing bulk supply tariffs and revenue requirements for transmission licenses, following regulatory guidelines. She also oversees the programming, installation, and maintenance of energy meters at grid and primary substations, ensuring accurate energy measurement and billing between the transmission and distribution licensees of Sri Lanka.

Syed Ashfaque Ahmed Shah

SS

DesignationSuperintending Engineer

SARIC Training Road Asset Management

Syeda Qurat Ul Ain

DesignationAssistant Director

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Syeda is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in the energy and utility sector, primarily within the MEPCO circle Bahawalpur. She began her career as Assistant Director at the customer services center, where she spent seven years handling a wide range of technical and non-technical consumer complaints, demonstrating strong problem-solving and communication skills. She later served as revenue officer (p)/deputy commercial manager for 1.4 years, where she was responsible for implementing commercial procedures in line with NEPRA regulations. Her technical expertise expanded further during her three-year tenure as assistant manager in automated metering infrastructure, where she worked extensively with meters and performance monitoring.

T.Sajani

T

DesignationElectrical Engineer (planning)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. T.Sajani is an energy professional with 10+ years of experience in the electrical engineering field. She specialises in electrical distribution network planning/ development functions and well experienced in all other functionalities of electrical distribution utilities. She has comprehensive knowledge in power generation, transmission, distribution, power system protection, electrical building services and relevant standards and high voltage engineering, railway electrification systems and related international standards.

TASHI PEMA

TP

DesignationAssistant Executive Engineer

SARIC Training SAR100

TASHI WANGCHUK

DesignationPartner

Thommadura Dinusha Nirmalie

DesignationElectrical Engineer (Development)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Nirmalie began my career as a software engineer at Virtusa Pvt Ltd in 2008. In 2012, she had the opportunity to join the Ceylon Electricity Board, as a software developer. In 2013, she was appointed as an electrical engineer in the Distribution Division-4 of the Ceylon Electricity Board. Over the past 11 years, she has gained extensive experience in the distribution sector, working in various roles like electrical engineer (Energy Management), site engineer (LV/MV Substation and Line Constructions), etc.

TSHERING TASHI

TT

DesignationDeputy Executive Engineer

TSHERING YANGDON

DesignationSection Officer

Professional Bio

Electrical professional with experience in high-voltage power transmission and distribution systems. Currently serving as a Section Officer (Electrical) at a 400/220/66/11 kV Interconnecting Substation since 2023, responsible for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of critical power system infrastructure. Previously worked for more than three years with Gyalsung Infra as a Junior Electrical Engineer, contributing to electrical infrastructure development, project execution, and maintenance activities. Skilled in substation operations, electrical equipment maintenance, power system safety, fault analysis, and team coordination. Committed to ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable power system operations while continuously enhancing technical expertise and professional growth in the electrical engineering sector.

Tufzeela Manzoor

TM

DesignationDeputy Manager

SARIC Training SAR100

W.A.C.K. Vithana

WV

DesignationDirector General

SARIC Training SAR100

W.P.S. Nisansala

WN

DesignationElectrical Engineer (Line Construction & Maintenance)

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Ms. Nisansala is an accomplished energy professional with 11 years of experience. She began her career as a design engineer at Synex International, where she was involved in electrical system design, installation, and testing & commissioning. For the past nine years, she has been working as a line construction and maintenance engineer for the Ceylon Electricity Board, gaining extensive experience in her role.

Wijayalath Pathiranage Samanthi Sudarshani

WS

DesignationEngineer

SARIC Training SAR100

Zohra Khatoon

DesignationAssistant Manager

SARIC Training Disaster Management

Professional Bio

Zohra is a development professional with five years of experience in disaster risk reduction (DRR), governance, and public policy. She currently serves as Assistant Manager at the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), where she contributes to proactive disaster management by developing policy proposals, contributing to the revision of the National Disaster Management Plan (NDMP), and preparing scenarios for simulation and tabletop exercises. In this role, she works closely with humanitarian and development partners to strengthen collaboration and address critical gaps in preparedness and response. She has moderated several national and international conferences on resilience and DRR, including the Pakistan Expo on Disaster Risk Reduction (PEDRR 2025).

Zoobia Mahmood

DesignationManager Inspection

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Zoobia is a professional with extensive experience in utility management, project management, and team leadership. Proven track record of implementing strategies to reduce line losses, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. Skilled in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs), managing projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. With a strong background in managing teams and projects, she has successfully led initiatives to improve meter management, consumer mapping, and inventory management. As a certified ISO 9001:2008 team leader and department ambassador, she has a deep understanding of quality management systems and their application in utility management.