Berhampur: Aligning with the forecasts and predictions about intensive heatwave this summer, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Ltd (TPSODL) has geared up its preparedness for uninterrupted and reliable power supply.
Envisaging a peak demand of 780 MW in summer, the company has spearheaded massive technological innovations that will help the company to meet the challenges.
TPSODL is currently able to monitor and control 102 PSS from its centralised PSCC. This enables it to carry out network changes swiftly and efficiently in case of contingency situations. TPSODL has also brought in 9 lakh consumers from City, Aska, and Berhampur Circles under the purview of GIS (Geographical Information System). With ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management System), one can easily identify affected areas, consumers, and communicate with them proactively, a press release said.
Apart from periodic maintenance activities, the company has augmented 239.4 Ckt.Km of HT lines and carried out the replacement of 302 Ckt. Km of LT Undersized/ dilapidated conditions AB Cable. 45.3 MVA of power transformer capacity has been added in the Old Primary substations (Non-ODSSP) along with 155 New VCBs. The company has also added 34.12 MVA of Distribution Transformer capacity in the network by augmenting DTRs and replaced 2,079 faulty DTRs to ensure seamless electricity supply to customers throughout the summer. Other initiatives include regular overhauling and repairs of power transformers and distribution transformers (DTR).
Proactive Maintenance/Preparedness:
Safety Initiatives:
Load Forecasting:
Demand (load) forecasting is essential for ensuring reliable power supply. TPSODL forecasts demand through parameters such as past years’ load growth pattern and proposed growth in demand in ensuing years for optimal and cost-effective planning to ensure reliable power supply to consumers.
Summer Peak Demand Trends in TPSODL’s Area:
TPSODL CEO Arvind Singh said, “As we anticipate a peak demand of 780MW in our area during this summer season, we have taken proactive measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply in the region. We have leveraged advanced technology and implemented preventive maintenance practices to meet the demand surge and provide a reliable power supply to our customers. Our goal is to ensure that our consumers receive uninterrupted and reliable electricity supply and we are confident in our preparedness to meet the challenges of the upcoming summer season.”
In alignment with the power demand from the summer season and to further reduce any mishap during operations, the company has embraced a safety culture in the organization. The company has introduced training programs for all its employees on heat stress and awareness on first aid.
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