In a major restoration effort following the impact of the very severe cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’ and subsequent heavy rainfall and flooding, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has restored electricity supply to over 17.23 lakh consumers across Southern Odisha. The company has achieved 96.32% restoration, reconnecting 17,23,185 of the 17,88,942 affected consumers across its eight operational districts.
The restoration drive highlights the scale of the coordinated response undertaken by the power distribution utility following a natural disaster that disrupted electricity infrastructure across several districts. Strong winds uprooted electricity poles and snapped power lines, while persistent rainfall, river flooding and waterlogging added to the complexity of restoration operations.
TPSODL has restored all 130 affected 33/11 kV Primary Substations (PSS), while 45 of the 46 affected 33 kV feeders have been brought back into service. At the 11 kV level, 651 of the 658 affected feeders have been restored. The company has also restored 277 of the 278 affected Power Transformers (PTRs) and 55,265 of the 56,706 affected Distribution Transformers (DTRs).
With electricity supply restored to more than 17 lakh consumers, TPSODL teams continue to work round the clock to reconnect the remaining 65,757 affected consumers, with priority being accorded to locations where flooding and waterlogging have made access and repair work difficult.
Ganjam Records Significant Progress Amid Challenging Conditions
Ganjam, among the worst-affected districts, witnessed extensive disruption due to torrential rainfall, river flooding and severe waterlogging. Despite challenging ground conditions, TPSODL has restored electricity supply to 7,73,129 of the 8,29,292 affected consumers, achieving 93.23% restoration.
The company has restored 23 of the 24 affected 33 kV feeders, all 52 affected Primary Substations and all 116 affected Power Transformers. In addition, 14,994 of the 16,080 affected Distribution Transformers have been brought back into operation. Restoration teams remain deployed across the district, particularly in areas such as Aska, Dharakote, Sheragada, Bhanjanagar, Sorada, Belaguntha and Purushottampur, where flooding and waterlogging have posed significant challenges to field operations.
Restoration Progress Across Other Districts
Gajapati has achieved 96.09% consumer restoration, with electricity supply restored to 1,48,310 of the 1,54,337 affected consumers. All four affected 33 kV feeders, all 20 affected Primary Substations and all 71 affected 11 kV feeders have been restored. The company has also restored all 40 affected Power Transformers and 4,821 of the 5,017 affected Distribution Transformers.
Kandhamal has recorded 99.13% restoration, reconnecting 1,47,049 of the 1,48,347 affected consumers. All eight affected 33 kV feeders, all 15 affected Primary Substations and all 78 affected 11 kV feeders have been restored. Of the 32 affected Power Transformers, 31 have been restored, along with 7,767 of the 7,836 affected Distribution Transformers.
Among the other operational districts, Malkangiri, Boudh and Rayagada have achieved 100% consumer restoration, reconnecting all 53,179, 86,383 and 1,15,503 affected consumers, respectively. Nabarangpur has achieved 99.65% restoration, reconnecting 2,10,523 of the 2,11,263 affected consumers. Koraput has restored electricity supply to 1,89,109 of the 1,90,638 affected consumers, achieving 99.20% restoration.
Coordinated Response and Round-the-Clock Restoration
The restoration drive has involved coordinated efforts by TPSODL’s frontline employees, engineers, officers and field teams, working continuously despite adverse weather and difficult site conditions. The company’s control centres have maintained close coordination with field personnel to assess damage, mobilise resources, deploy repair teams and monitor restoration progress across the operational area.
Speaking on the restoration progress, Mr. Amit Garg, CEO, TPSODL, said, “Restoring electricity supply to over 17 lakh consumers and achieving more than 96% restoration across our eight operational districts is a significant milestone in our response to Cyclone Arnab. This progress reflects the exceptional dedication, courage and commitment of our frontline teams, who have worked tirelessly through heavy rainfall, flooding and extremely challenging conditions. I sincerely appreciate the contribution of every employee, engineer and officer involved in this restoration mission.
“While we have made substantial progress across the region, certain pockets, particularly in Ganjam district, continue to face challenges due to flooding, waterlogging and difficult site conditions. These have affected access to some locations and made repair work more demanding. Our teams are taking all necessary steps, mobilising resources wherever required and prioritising restoration in these remaining areas. The safety of consumers and our field personnel remains paramount. We are grateful to the people of Southern Odisha for their patience, trust and cooperation as we work towards restoring power supply to every affected consumer.”
TPSODL continues to monitor the remaining affected areas and is undertaking restoration activities on priority. Teams are working in coordination with local authorities and relevant field-level personnel to facilitate access to affected locations and expedite repairs.
TPSODL has also urged consumers to exercise caution and stay away from fallen electrical wires, damaged electricity poles, submerged electrical installations and other potentially hazardous equipment. Electrical hazards and power supply-related concerns may be reported through TPSODL’s 24×7 helpline numbers 18002026 and 1912.
Through its sustained restoration efforts, TPSODL remains committed to ensuring safe, reliable and uninterrupted electricity supply across Southern Odisha.
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