Bhubaneswar, January 22: Odisha's Chief Secretary, Anu Garg, highlighted the importance of safety with the launch of theSurakhya Kavach App, aiming for zero fatalities and zero blackouts across the state.
During the Board Meeting of Odisha’s Discoms, including TPCODL, TPNODL, TPSODL, and TPWODL, Smt. Garg, as chairperson, reviewed the performance of these companies for the period ending December 31, 2025. She reaffirmed the state's commitment to strengthening the power distribution infrastructure and improving consumer experience.
Key discussions focused on continued investments in network modernization, technology-driven reliability improvements, and initiatives aimed at building a robust and future-ready distribution system. The meeting also emphasized the timely execution of government-funded projects aligned with national and state energy access, sustainability, and efficiency priorities.
The progress of the Smart Metering Program was reviewed, highlighting its role in fostering transparent billing, energy accountability, and enhanced consumer engagement. The implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, alongside the Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) model, was recognized for its role in accelerating rooftop solar adoption and supporting the clean energy transition.
The operational review stressed the importance of reliability improvements through network strengthening, automation, preventive maintenance, and efficient outage management. These efforts are geared toward sustained improvements in key performance indicators like SAIDI, SAIFI, and AT&C.
A special emphasis was placed on theSurakhya Kavach App, designed to ensure real-time safety, swift emergency responses, and coordinated monitoring of DISCOM field staff during outages, accidents, and disaster-related power restorations.
In addition, the meeting reinforced the need for a customer-centric approach, encouraging the expansion of digital service channels to provide faster, more responsive service. The Chief Secretary reiterated the focus on operational excellence, leveraging technology for better outcomes, and collaborating with government stakeholders to create long-term value for consumers and all involved parties.
