Renowned Power Sector Pioneer T S Sethurathnam Passes Away At 95
Renowned national institutional builder and stalwart of the power sector, T S Sethurathnam, aged 95, breathed his last on the night of 10 January at his son S Ravi's residence in Saket, New Delhi. Sethurathnam, who would have celebrated his 96th birthday on 11 April, had been active in his professional pursuits until his late 80s. Surrounded by his sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren – Abhishek, Ravi, Akshay, and Chinmay – he peacefully passed away after battling old age ailments, with his wife, Shakuntala Sethurathnam, by his side.
A luminary in the power sector, T.S. Sethurathnam served as the Chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Board and BSES. His contribution extended beyond these roles, as he held numerous positions and directorships. With a remarkable portfolio of over 70 arbitrations, he played a pivotal role in shaping India's power landscape. Sethurathnam's influence reached the highest echelons of the government, where he actively participated in key committees, including the inaugural privatisation committee for the power sector.
The demise of T S Sethurathnam marks the end of an era, leaving a void in the power sector that will be challenging to fill. The nation and the industry unite in paying heartfelt homage to this visionary leader, celebrating his lifelong dedication to nation-building through service.
