Berhampur: The TPSODL (TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited) has undertaken significant measures to barricade its distribution sub-stations (DSS) for the safety of the public.
The initiative aims at protecting local people as well as stray animals in the vicinity of the power transformers.
The Company has undertaken the construction of two types of fencing. In many places, conventional walls have been constructed with FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymers) barriers.
Over the past two years, TPSODL has completed the construction of 1683 conventional barriers and 235 Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) barriers in major cities and towns of Southern Odisha.
Within city circles, 156 Conventional barriers and 139 Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) barriers have been constructed. In the Berhampur circle, there are 616 conventional barriers and 25 Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) barriers, while Aska has 232 and 10, Bhanjanagar has 266 and 61, Rayagada has 246 Conventional barriers, and Jeypore has 167 Conventional barriers.
Amit Garg, CEO of TPSODL, said “Safety is our topmost priority. We are deeply committed for the well-being of the communities. Our ongoing efforts of barricading DSS reflect our dedication to this cause and further strengthening safety measures.”