TPCODL Linemen & Engineers work under toughest of conditions during Kalbaisakhi to ensure speedy restoration of power supply

– Team of 7,700 + ground staff ready to takes immediate action after Kalbaisakhi storm

– Braves fallen trees, torrential rains, high speed winds, uprooted poles, entangled mesh of live wires, sunken roads

– Works tirelessly day and night across broken roads, river side, forest and remote areas

13th,June 2023 (odisha Tazanews) Bhubaneswar :- With a Kalbaishakhi storm hitting multiple times in the last fortnight, causing significant damage to power infrastructure within a matter of hours, TPCODL with its dedicated 7,700+ ground staff, linemen, and engineers have demonstrated their unwavering commitment to restore power supply to the region in the shortest time. At a time when majority of people stay indoors, the team has braved fallen trees, torrential rains, high speed winds, uprooted poles, entangled mesh of live wires, sunken roads and they have worked tirelessly day and night across terrains such as broken roads, river beds, forest areas to successfully restore power supply to even the remotest of areas. The work of these on-field staff has helped benefit over 6,00,000 customers in the affected regions within a matter of hours.

The team was provided with poles, conductors, accessories, hydra and polemasters and were equipped with Aska lights for restoration works during night TPCODL appreciates and salutes these unsung heroes who work in the toughest working conditions by by following all safety protocols to ensure a reliable power supply. We recognize the importance of a reliable and resilient electricity distribution network, especially during severe weather events.

About TPCODL :-

TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha with the majority stake being held by Tata Power Company (51%). Tata Power has a vast experience in electricity distribution in Mumbai, Delhi and Ajmer, and has been a benchmark performer in Delhi for the last

19 years. TPCODL serves a population of 1.36 Crores with Customer Base of 26 Lakh and a vast Distribution Area of 29,354 Sq. Kms. TPCODL is focused on providing reliable power supply, enhanced customer services and reducing the existing AT&C losses in a systematic manner. The Company is working towards achieving this by upgrading the present distribution infrastructure, adopting new technologies and providing various digital services to the customers.

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