By Sudam Patra<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Baleshwar\/Odisha, Oct 4 : As Northern Odisha prepares to celebrate Durga Puja with large-scale community gatherings, illuminated pandals and festive activities, TP Northern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPNODL) has strengthened its preparedness across the region to support safe, reliable and quality power supply throughout the festive period. With increased electricity demand at puja pandals and greater use of temporary electrical installations during the celebrations, TPNODL is working closely with puja committees, local administrations and field teams to facilitate authorised temporary connections and promote safe electrical practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Puja committees have been advised to obtain authorised temporary electricity connections through the prescribed process, based on their actual load requirements, and to apply well in advance. For assistance, committees can contact TPNODL\u2019s Customer Care numbers at 1912 \/ 1800-3456-718, visit the TPNODL website or approach their nearest electricity office. Organisers have also been urged to strictly avoid improper connections, overloading and any unauthorised modification of electrical installations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking on the context, Mr. Dushyant Kumar Tyagi, CEO, TPNODL, said, \u201cDurga Puja is a festival that brings families and communities together, and our priority is to ensure that these celebrations remain safe and uninterrupted. We urge all puja committees to obtain authorised temporary electricity connections and strictly avoid any unauthorised means of power supply. Electrical installations at pandals should be carried out safely and in accordance with prescribed safety standards. We are working closely with organisers and the local administration to support safe and reliable power supply throughout the festive season.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TPNODL has advised puja committees to engage qualified electrical personnel for the installation and maintenance of electrical arrangements, ensure proper insulation and secure wiring, and keep electrical equipment away from water and other potential hazards. Pandals should be erected at a safe distance from overhead electrical wires and other electrical infrastructures. Regular inspection of electrical installations is also recommended throughout the festive period. Committees should additionally ensure the availability of fire extinguishers, adequate emergency access and appropriate evacuation arrangements at the pandal premises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Consumers and visitors are advised not to touch damaged, exposed or sparking wires or electrical equipment and to report any unsafe condition immediately through TPNODL\u2019s 24×7 Call centre numbers at 1912 \/ 1800-3456-718 or at the nearest electricity office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TPNODL remains committed to delivering safe, reliable and quality power supply across the region, with safety at the core of its operations. Through continued collaboration with local administrations and stakeholders, TPNODL remains focused on supporting communities across Northern Odisha in ensuring safe and responsible Durga Puja celebrations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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