Zeeshan Farooqui
About Zeeshan Farooqui
Zeeshan Farooqui is a Manager at KPMG India, with a background in solar energy and engineering. He has extensive experience in project management and has contributed significantly to solar rooftop installations and capacity building in the sector.
Work at KPMG India
Zeeshan Farooqui currently holds the position of Manager at KPMG India. He began this role in 2021, following a tenure as a Senior Consultant at the same firm from 2018 to 2021. During his time as a Senior Consultant, he worked in Gurgaon, India, focusing on various projects related to solar rooftop capacity and bid process management.
Education and Expertise
Zeeshan Farooqui has an extensive educational background. He studied at the Indian School of Business, where he completed a Post Graduate Program (PGP) from 2017 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering from St. Thomas College of Engineering, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His foundational education includes a Secondary Science degree from Saifee Hall, completed in 2004.
Background
Before joining KPMG India, Zeeshan Farooqui worked at NTPC in various capacities, including Engineer Commissioning, Assistant Manager Operations, and Deputy Manager Operations, from 2010 to 2017. His roles involved operational management and commissioning of projects, primarily in the Nagpur area. He also gained experience as a PGP candidate at the Indian School of Business for one year.
Achievements
Zeeshan Farooqui has made significant contributions in the field of solar energy. He increased solar rooftop installations by approximately 107% over two years through collaboration with clients and state agencies. He spearheaded a $1 million Technical Assistance program for the Asian Development Bank to enhance solar rooftop penetration across multiple states. Additionally, he developed a marketing strategy to generate interest for over 50 MW of solar rooftop capacity.
Professional Development Initiatives
Zeeshan Farooqui conceptualized and organized workshops aimed at building the capacities of over 600 staff members during the COVID-19 pandemic. He utilized online tools to facilitate these workshops, demonstrating his commitment to professional development and adaptation to changing circumstances in the workplace.