TPSODL Steps Up Reliability Efforts in Jeypore
By S.N.Panda
Jeypore, June: Amid a sharp rise in electricity demand and frequent weather-related disruptions, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has intensified efforts to ensure reliable and quality power supply in Jeypore. With power demand increasing significantly in recent years, frequent and back-to-back Kalabaisakhi incidents recorded during this summer, the company has strengthened its network, deployed advanced monitoring systems, and enhanced emergency response mechanisms to maintain service reliability.
Over the last few years, electricity demand in Jeypore has witnessed a steady increase, driven by rapid urbanisation, expanding commercial activities, growth in the service sector, increasing use of electrical appliances, and rising consumer expectations for uninterrupted power supply. As one of the key economic centres of Southern Odisha, the city continues to experience growing energy requirements from residential, commercial, institutional, and small industrial consumers. Demand is particularly high during evening and night-time peak hours, placing additional pressure on the distribution network.
Adding to the challenge, the region has experienced frequent weather-related disruptions. During this summer, the Jeypore Circle has witnessed 53 Kalabaisakhi incidents, impacting power infrastructure and affecting electricity supply across large areas. Despite these recurring disturbances, TPSODL has ensured prompt restoration of power supply through dedicated field teams, round-the-clock monitoring, and robust contingency planning. During the same period, the circle has also recorded a 13 per cent increase in power demand compared to the previous financial year.
To maintain reliability under these challenging conditions, TPSODL has deployed dedicated maintenance teams, ensured adequate availability of critical materials, and strengthened its fault response mechanisms. The company has also urged consumers to report electricity-related issues promptly to facilitate quicker resolution and improve service delivery.
Jeypore city currently receives electricity through four Primary Substations — Old Control Room PSS, New Bus Stand PSS, Dangaguda PSS, and Randapalli PSS. Together, these substations provide sufficient transformer capacity to meet the city’s growing energy requirements. In addition, dedicated N-1 contingency arrangements have been established to ensure alternative power supply routes during emergencies, maintenance activities, or unforeseen outages, thereby enhancing reliability and reducing supply interruptions.
Further , a major step towards enhancing reliability has been the implementation of a full-fledged SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system at Jeypore’s three major Primary Substations (PSS) — Old Control Room PSS, New Bus Stand PSS, and Dangaguda PSS. The system enables real-time monitoring of network operations, faster fault identification, and quicker restoration of power supply
In order to strengthen the distribution network and prepare for future growth, TPSODL has invested around ₹20 crore in Jeypore city’s power infrastructure over the years. The company has augmented 27 distribution substations and established 13 new Distribution Substations (DSS), significantly improving network capacity and resilience.
The infrastructure enhancement works include upgradation of 6 circuit kilometres (CKM) of 11 KV lines, construction of 1.3 CKM of new link lines, enhancement of 2 CKM of 11 KV lines, installation of 2 CKM of covered conductors, deployment of 25 Fault Passage Indicators (FPI) in the 11 KV network and two FPIs in the 33 KV network, installation of 69 Low Tension Distribution Boxes, construction of 8.2 CKM of 33 KV link lines, installation of covered conductors in forest stretches and deployment of six Auto Reclosers each in both the 11 KV and 33 KV networks. Several other network improvement works, including installation and upgradation of Ring Main Units (RMUs), Air Break Switches (ABS), intermediate poles, LT bare conductors, and LT Aerial Bunched Cables (ABC), have also been carried out based on system requirements.
As part of its stakeholder engagement efforts, TPSODL recently held an interactive session at its Jeypore Circle Office with representatives of the Jeypore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JCCI) and Jeypore Municipality. During the discussion, the stakeholders’ concerns were addressed. TPSODL assured participants that all identified locations would be inspected and necessary corrective measures would be undertaken to improve both safety and service reliability.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Manmath Nath Mishra, Additional Chief Engineer and Circle Head, Jeypore, explained the power supply chain from generation to distribution and highlighted the company’s preparedness measures. He assured stakeholders that TPSODL’s emergency response and restoration systems have been significantly strengthened over the years and urged consumers to have confidence in the company’s efforts to restore power supply swiftly during network disruptions and extreme weather events.
“Jeypore is witnessing sustained growth in power demand, driven by rising economic activity, urban expansion, and changing consumer lifestyles. At the same time, frequent weather disturbances and peak-load conditions are creating new operational challenges. We have adopted a long-term approach to strengthen the network through infrastructure augmentation, technology deployment, and enhanced emergency preparedness. Our focus is not only on meeting today’s demand but also on building a resilient and future-ready power system that can reliably support the region’s growth for years to come. We also seek the continued cooperation of consumers and stakeholders in this collective effort,” he said.
Jeypore has emerged as one of the most important commercial and service centres of Southern Odisha, catering not only to Koraput district but also to adjoining regions of Malkangiri, Nabarangpur, and parts of neighbouring Chhattisgarh. Rapid urbanisation, expanding trade and commerce, growth of educational and healthcare institutions, and increasing adoption of electrical appliances have contributed to a steady rise in electricity demand, making reliable power supply critical to the city’s continued economic growth.
The meeting was attended by Mr Sanjay Kumar Jain, President, JCCI; Mr B. Satish, General Secretary, JCCI; Mrs B. Sunita, Vice-Chairperson, Jeypore Municipality; Mr Babu Bisoi, Councillor; Mr Chandresh Rathod, Director, JCCI; Mr Nemani Chaitanya, Director, JCCI; along with other officials of TPSODL.
