Routinely advising major sponsors, investors, and government entities, the team at AZB & Partners is highly adept at handling complex transactions and large-scale projects across the energy and infrastructure sectors. The practice spans renewables, oil and gas, mining, and transport, with expertise covering project development, financings, acquisitions, PPPs, and regulatory mandates across India and international markets. Team head Bahram Vakil has recently advised on M&A, restructurings, and insolvency matters, co-head Anuja Tiwari is recognised as a specialist in PPPs, and co-head Qais Jamal is noted for his activity on brownfield transactions. Co-head Mallika Anand is valued for her expertise in operational and project-specific issues, and co-head Aditya Periwal focuses on advising industry players and financial sponsors on energy and infrastructure acquisitions. Also recommended are Atreya Bhattacharya and Pranjal Bhattacharya.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas is praised for providing ‘the most comprehensive coverage for clients’ energy sector requirements’. The firm remains a trusted advisor to leading lenders, sponsors, developers, and multilaterals on project finance, PPPs, and acquisitions, and its expertise spans sub-sectors such as renewables, mining, roads, ports, airports, and healthcare. Cyril Shroff and L Viswanathan co-lead the practice alongside Santosh Janakiram, who is recognised for the strength of his finance offering, acting for a wide range of lenders and borrowers. Ajay Sawhney has a financing background and is a key contact for project development mandates, while Subhalakshmi Naskar has recently been active in sustainability-linked loans and revolving credit facilities. Other notable practitioners include Ramanuj Kumar, Sangita John, Surya Sreenivasan, and Manasvini Raj.

Dentons Link Legal advises across the full infrastructure project lifecycle, from early-stage structuring and PPP frameworks, to financing, implementation, and disputes. The practice is particularly active in transport, energy, and urban infrastructure projects, where it acts for both public and private sector clients. Atul Sharma heads the group and is recognised for his expertise in dispute resolution, acting for industry clients in complex, multi-faceted litigation. Co-head Anand Srivastava maintains a broad practice spanning both contentious and non-contentious matters, while co-head Milind Jha draws on his corporate background to advise energy and infrastructure clients on M&A and capital raisings. Namita Das frequently acts in private equity transactions and infrastructure financings, and Prashanth Sabeshan advises contractors and developers on commercial issues. Parul Verma and Ravi Varma are also recommended.

JSA Advocates & Solicitors advises on landmark transactions spanning oil and gas, power, airports, highways, ports, water, SEZs, and telecoms-related projects, supporting clients across the entire project lifecycle, from regulatory and transaction structuring, to procurement, dispute resolution, and investment strategy. Team head Amit Kapur remains a trusted advisor to public authorities, investors, and developers on significant PPP mandates, while co-head Venkatesh Raman Prasad is particularly active on brownfield transactions in the energy transition, transport, and digital infrastructure sub-sectors. Co-head Vishnu Sudarsan, who is recognised for his broad asset engagement, is skilled in construction, engineering, and procurement matters. M. Arun Kumar and Deepak Chowdhury joined the department from CMS INDUSLAW in November 2024 and provide further strong capabilities in urban infrastructure and disputes respectively.

Kochhar & Co. combines sector-specific expertise with multidisciplinary capabilities to advise across India’s energy and infrastructure markets. Trusted by PSUs, developers, contractors, and global investors, the team routinely handles project structuring, financings, concessions, and regulatory mandates, with notable activity in renewable energy, urban infrastructure, and public-private partnerships. Krishna Vijay Singh and Pradeep Ratnam co-lead the practice; the former is noted for his skill in handling project execution and post-execution issues, and the latter for his broad practice that encompasses M&A, private equity, and project development mandates. Reena Jalan and Sharmil Bhushan bring crucial banking and finance expertise to the fore.

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co advises governments, state entities, multilateral agencies, and private stakeholders on complex infrastructure, energy, and transport projects. Its expertise spans project finance, regulatory matters, and large-scale developments, with notable experience in renewables, conventional power, aviation, oil and gas, and rail. Helming the practice is Jatin Aneja, who is a highly experienced projects lawyer widely regarded for his extensive activity in the transport sector. V.R. Neelakantan’s offering balances both M&A and project finance and alongside Aneja is a go-to for oil and gas counsel. Deepto Roy acts for investors, funds, and lenders in brownfield acquisitions across the full spectrum of energy and infrastructure assets, while also having a background in disputes. Anurag Dwivedi is a standout partner in the practice for his banking and finance capabilities.

Praised for providing ‘deep sector expertise with a collaborative, solution-driven approach that consistently delivers commercially sound legal advice’, Trilegal advises investors, developers, and lenders across the power, renewables, oil and gas, transport, and mining industries, with a recent focus on the energy transition, green hydrogen, and sustainable infrastructure development. Team head Neeraj Menon combines transactional prowess with a deep regulatory and ESG understanding to comprehensively advise a strong host of private sector clients. Nayantara Nag boasts a broad practice and is sought after by government bodies, developers, and investors for both greenfield and brownfield transactions, as well as PPPs. Amar Narula is active for industry players in M&A, joint ventures, and power purchase agreements.

DSK Legal’s infrastructure, energy, and projects practice combines expertise in project development, finance, M&A, and disputes with deep sector knowledge spanning transport, power, renewables, oil and gas, and urban infrastructure. The team regularly advises governments, sponsors, and lenders across the full project lifecycle, from structuring and financing to construction and dispute resolution. Team head Anjan Dasgupta brings extensive cross-border expertise spanning Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Co-head Ajay Shaw is recognised for his commercial acumen, while co-head Dinesh Pardasani has played a key role in major transport infrastructure projects. Co-head Srinivas BR maintains a practice covering both investment and development mandates. Other key figures include project finance specialist Avinash Kumar Khard, renewables-focused Aparajit Bhattacharya, brownfield transactions expert Harvinder Singh, and public sector advisor Rimali Batra.

HSA Advocates advises sponsors, financiers, contractors, and government entities across the full project lifecycle, including development, financing, and disputes. Its expertise covers the power, oil and gas, transport, and urban infrastructure sectors, with recognised expertise in PPPs, regulatory matters, and complex project documentation. Team head Hemant Sahai is widely recognised for his expertise in renewables, while co-head Shailendra Kumar Singh frequently advises on government policy and regulatory matters. Co-heads Monali Dutta and Soumya Kanti De Mallik bring extensive experience in PPP projects, and co-head Molshree Bhatnagar focuses on dispute resolution. Co-head Armin Pardiwala has recently advised on major hydrogen projects, while Aditya Khandelwal is noted for his work in M&A, private equity, and restructuring mandates.

CMS INDUSLAW is recognised for its expertise across the infrastructure and energy sectors, including power, renewables, transport, oil and gas, and waste management. It advises on project development, financing, M&A, land and regulatory matters, and contract management, providing support throughout the full project lifecycle, from planning and structuring to construction, operation, and investment. Shashwat Kumar advises a variety of public and private sector clients on M&A, regulatory issues, and disputes. Megha Arora, who joined from JSA Advocates & Solicitors in January 2025, has considerable experience in the renewables, mining, and minerals spaces, while Rahul Chouhan is particularly active in the power sector where he often advises on commercial agreements and licenses. M. Arun Kumar and Deepak Chowdhury left the firm in November 2024.

Khaitan & Co. is active across the power, transport, urban infrastructure, and mining industries, routinely supporting sponsors, investors, and government entities with major projects and transactions. The team is especially noted for project finance, acquisitions, and regulatory matters, with a strong track record in mining sector disputes and statutory challenges. Dibyanshu is frequently instructed by leading international energy companies and investors on both greenfield and brownfield transactions. Co-heads Akhil Bhatnagar and Gahan Singh are recognised for their expertise in cross-border M&A and joint ventures, while co-head Shivanshu Thaplyal brings significant regulatory knowledge across a wide range of assets. Co-head Atman Desai advises on conventional, renewable, civil, and digital infrastructure projects, and co-head Swathy Ramanath focuses primarily on renewables.

Praised as a ‘one stop shop for all legal work in relation to projects and energy’, Saraf and Partners regularly assists with contractual, regulatory, and transactional matters, with particular strength in power projects spanning conventional, renewable, and emerging technologies. Mohit Saraf and Avirup Nag co-lead the practice, with the former noted for his skill in handling oil and gas and power projects, and the latter for his ‘unparalleled' knowledge of renewable energy assets. Abir Lal Dey is reputed for his proficiency in project finance and acts for a strong roster of financial institutions and multinational lenders. Satyadarshi Kuna provides further finance expertise, and Ankit Sahoo handles M&A and PE transactions.

Advising across the energy value chain, Spice Route Legal is active in renewable and alternative energy projects, with notable expertise in renewables, the energy transition, and digital infrastructure. The team guides clients through project development, financings, joint ventures, and regulatory pathways, combining sector-specific insight with experience in complex domestic and cross-border transactions. Team head Praveen Raju is praised for ‘his ability to cut through complexity and give clear, actionable guidance’, advising on both conventional energy assets and emerging technologies. Janhavi Joshi is widely lauded for her regulatory knowledge and assists across the full range of practice matters.

Praised for its ‘approachable partners with good market knowledge', Talwar Thakore & Associates advises governments, sponsors, lenders, and international investors on project development and financing across the power, oil and gas, mining, and broader infrastructure arenas. Gautam Saha frequently leads on complex M&A and financing transactions for both domestic and international clients, while Feroz Dubash is particularly noted for his M&A-focused practice. Pallavi Meena is active in project finance within the renewables sector, and Dushyant Bagga advises on investments and exits for energy platforms and financial sponsors. Ambarish Mohanty contributes additional banking and finance expertise, while Akshay Malhotra, Pragya Sood, and Punita Gupta are praised by clients for their commercial insight and sector knowledge.

Argus Partners is active across India’s energy and infrastructure sector, advising on project development, corporate transactions, and regulatory issues in electricity, renewables, oil and gas, and waste-to-energy mandates. The team is increasingly engaged in green hydrogen and EV charging matters, assisting clients with joint ventures and project financing. Managing partner Krishnava Dutt is active in M&A and financing mandates across a variety of industry subsectors, while co-head Aastha is chiefly focused on banking and finance transactions, as well as insolvency and restructuring matters. Nidhi Arya and Somdutta Bhattacharyya routinely handle M&A and disputes respectively. Ankur Arora joined from an in-house role in September 2025.

Desai & Diwanji maintains a strong projects and infrastructure practice, advising on project structuring, delivery models, and regulatory frameworks. The team is active across power generation, renewables, LNG, pipelines, ports, transport, and mining, routinely acting for sponsors, lenders, and developers in both corporate and financing aspects. The practice is led by duo Vishwang Desai and Parth Sharma, with the former noted for his sector-focused M&A and PE expertise, and the latter for his ability to handle complex financings and commercial agreements.

Dhir & Dhir Associates combines transactional and regulatory expertise across key infrastructure and energy subsectors, including power, renewables, oil and gas, transport, and urban utilities, to advise a broad roster of domestic and multinational clients. The practice is adept at advising on project structuring, financing, contracts, and compliance, supporting both domestic and international clients throughout the full project lifecycle. Team heads Alok Dhir and Guranpreet Singh Sarna are highly proficient in handling energy and infrastructure financings, working for a variety of lenders and borrowers. Shikha Singh, who also has a background in banking and finance, is considerably active in renewable projects.

Economic Laws Practice routinely advises on corporate and commercial mandates across traditional and renewable projects, as well as emerging areas such as electric vehicles and carbon credits. The group acts for industry players, regulators, and investors on project financings, M&A, and power purchase agreements, and sector-related disputes. Team head Sujjain Talwar has a far-reaching cross-border practice and is instructed by both public and private sector parties on complex civil infrastructure, transport, and energy projects. Vinit Shah regularly counsels on construction, supply, and power purchase agreements, and Pranaav Gupta widely supports the practice.

Lauded as ‘knowledgeable and commercial with an excellent understanding of the energy industry', Phoenix Legal is active across the full project lifecycle, advising on development, financings, and disputes in the energy, oil and gas, and transport sectors. The firm’s expertise spans concession agreements, EPC, and PPP structures. Team head Abhishek Saxena is a go-to for M&A, private equity, and foreign direct investment matters, co-head Saket Shukla is noted for his understanding of various regulatory frameworks, and co-head Pallavi Bedi routinely handles construction and financing instructions. Ashita Bali has a broad practice which covers conventional and renewable builds, as well as PPPs.

Sagus Legal is active across the full energy value chain, advising on power generation, transmission, distribution, and trading, alongside significant oil and gas and infrastructure projects. The team combines transactional and financing expertise with notable strength in contentious matters, acting for public bodies, financial institutions, and corporates. Team head Anand Shrivastava is a litigation and arbitration specialist and regularly represents clients before regulatory commissions. Shruti Kanodia handles M&A, PE, joint ventures and commercial agreement matters, while Shivam Sinha is a further name for disputes and insolvency work.

Praised for its ‘very strong knowledge of the regulatory and legal infrastructure landscape in India', Samvad Partners's offering spans project development, financing, and M&A, with additional strength in disputes and regulatory proceedings, and a growing focus on renewable and hybrid energy projects. Team head Vineetha MG maintains a broad practice spanning conventional and renewable energy developments, transport and civil infrastructure, and nuclear projects. Sitara Pillai is frequently instructed by financial institutions on a wide range of banking and finance matters, while Dhanusha Chandran advises across both project and corporate finance mandates.

BRUS CHAMBERS, Advocates & Solicitors is well regarded for its energy and infrastructure expertise, advising across development, financing, and disputes. The team handles roads, ports, power, renewables, oil and gas, and mining projects, with particular strength in arbitration for cross-border disputes. Shrikant Hathi helms the practice and is the chief lead on project finance mandates. Co-heads Pritish Das, Uttam Hathi, and Joni Oraon are recognised for their deep commercial and regulatory knowledge, while co-head Anamika Ganguly focuses on shipping and shipping litigation.

Fox Mandal & Associates advises on large-scale infrastructure and energy mandates, including roads, ports, airports, and renewable projects. It regularly assists with project development, financing structures, and concession frameworks, while also acting on regulatory and contractual disputes. Team head R Chandrasekaran is active in a variety of matters, including EPC contacts, foreign direct investment agreements, and joint venture agreements. Co-head Prashantha Kumar is chiefly recognised for his skill in litigation, while co-head Jeevanandham Rajagopal handles M&A, private equity, and fundraising transactions.

Gagrats boasts a strong track record in large-scale power and infrastructure projects across India and internationally, advising domestic and foreign power companies and public bodies on IPPs, co-generation, solar, wind, and nuclear projects. Team head Rustam Gagrat has wide-ranging asset experience and advises clients on corporate transactions, commercial agreements, and regulatory matters. Co-head Krunal Gadhia focuses on civil infrastructure and real estate projects, while Uma Nagarajan is active across oil and gas, renewables, and aviation matters.

Legacy Law Offices has a well-established projects and energy practice and supports clients across project development, procurement, contract management, regulatory compliance, and financing, with experience spanning power, renewables, transport, and social infrastructure. Group lead Gagan Anand has a strong track record in project development, advising on a wide range of construction and commercial agreements while drawing on a background in disputes. Co-head Shalini Munjal manages procurement policies and bid processes for major projects, and co-heads Amarendra Gogoi and Eshjyot Walia are also recommended.

Luthra and Luthra Law Offices India frequently advises a wide spectrum of developers, investors, government bodies, regulators, and financial institutions on complex projects across power, oil and gas, transport, logistics, mining, and urban infrastructure. Its work spans bid processes, project agreements, financings, compliance, and disputes. Deepak Kumar Thakur is praised for his ‘remarkable’ projects and energy expertise and is highly active in M&A transactions, project development, and commercial agreement matters. Girish Rawat chiefly focuses on banking and finance transactions.

Neeti Niyaman focuses on projects and commercial work, advising on power, renewables, oil and gas, and transport infrastructure. The firm supports clients with project development, regulatory compliance, and contracts, and is active in litigation and arbitration. Team head Sakya Singha Chaudhuri has a contentious background and regularly assists with client file petitions before regulatory commissions and handles litigation across all levels of the Indian court system. Co-head Avijeet Lala is noted for his strong understanding of the regulatory landscape, while co-head Astha Sharma adds further strength in dispute resolution.

S&A Law Offices routinley advises sponsors, investors, and public authorities on matters spanning power generation and transmission, mining, ports, aviation, and urban infrastructure. Its work covers project development, commercial agreements, and financings, as well as sector-specific disputes. Gunita Pahwa spearheads the arbitration offering in the firm and represents industry players in both domestic and cross-border disputes alongside co-heads Rajdutt Shekhar Singh and Nilava Bandyopadhyay. Co-head Kumar Shashwat Singh Sawno and Manoj Kumar Singh provide further litigation expertise.

With integrated expertise across project development, financing, and capital markets, S&R Associates acts in greenfield projects, acquisitions, joint ventures and investment platforms across the infrastructure and energy space. The firm was strengthened by notable hires in 2024, including Aakanksha Joshi from Economic Laws Practice and Aparna Ravi from Samvad Partners. The duo join a team that also features Pratichi Mishra, Swapneil Akut, and Arpita Garg.

Sarthak Advocates & Solicitors advises on project structuring and bidding, construction and commercial agreements, joint ventures, project finance, and dispute resolution. The firm is active for a strong roster of project sponsors, developers, contractors, and financial institutions, and engages with projects both domestically and overseas. Team head Abhishek Nath Tripathi is active on a wide breadth of mandates, including M&A, procurement, regulatory applications, and debt finance. Mani Gupta is noted for her strength in disputes and PPPs. Anubhav Tiwari frequently handles acquisitions and investments by corporates and funds.