Mr. Kale reaffirms commitment to quality power supply and
consumer services in the Region
Baleswar, 13 Dec: TPNODL recently hosted a key consumer meet with HT and EHT
consumers in Joda, underscoring its dedication to delivering reliable and quality
power supply, adopting a consumer-centric approach and strengthening power
distribution infrastructures. Present on the occasion were Mr. Gajanan Kale, Chief –
Odisha Distribution Business and CEO – TPNODL; Mr. Jaydeep Roy, Chief –
Commercial Services and Business Excellence; Mr. Nilesh Potphode, Chief –
Operation Services; Mr. Pradeep Mohanty, Chief – Projects and Civil; Mr. Ramendra
Banik, Head – HR; Mr. Rashmikanta Behera, Superintending Engineer – Keonjhar;
and Mr. Sujit Kumar Ratha, Executive Engineer – Joda division, along with other
senior officials of TPNODL and industry representatives.
During the conference, TPNODL highlighted its initiatives in electricity services,
infrastructure strengthening and innovative consumer-centric approaches, including
the use of modern technology in power distribution. Industry representatives
appreciated the transformation in power distribution and expressed their views on
areas of improvement. They also participated in a panel discussion on industries'
role in supporting India's green energy aspirations. At the session, Mr. M R Rath,
Head – Power Systems, TATA Steel, presented on 'Relevance of Energy
Conservation and the Role of Industries'.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Kale reaffirmed TPNODL's commitment to delivering
reliable and quality power supply, underpinned by its consumer-centric approach and
services, unwavering emphasis on safety, solarization and relentless infrastructure
strengthening efforts. He expressed gratitude for the trust reposed in TPNODL by its
esteemed consumers and assured continued efforts to empower Odisha's growth in
the power utility sector.
Additionally, Mr Kale inaugurated a modern meter management store in Joda,
providing high-quality meter-related services to the region. A newly constructed 10
MVA substation was also inaugurated in Barbil, enabling quality power supply to
over 3,000 consumers in the area, especially in Barbil town, Thakurani and Belkundi
areas.
