TPSODL Launches Solar Rath in Boudh to Promote PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
By Prakasa Kumar Panigrahi
Boudh/Odisha, Nov 11 : TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL), a joint venture between TATA Power and Government of Odisha, inaugurated its Solar Rath at the Boudh Collectorate to strengthen awareness and encourage greater adoption of rooftop solar energy under the Government of India’s flagship PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The Solar Rath was flagged off by Shri Bibhuti Bhusan Nayak, IAS, Collector and District Magistrate, Boudh, in the presence of Shri Biranchi Narayan Darwan, ADM, Boudh, and senior officials of the district administration and TPSODL.
As part of this initiative, the Solar Rath will travel across all three blocks of Boudh district, covering Gram Panchayats, schools and local markets (haats). The campaign will involve direct consumer interactions, distribution of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials, and awareness activities to familiarise people with the benefits of rooftop solar energy.
The initiative aims to simplify the process of adopting rooftop solar by informing consumers about the financial benefits and government subsidies available under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Eligible consumers can avail of combined Central and State Government subsidies of up to ₹1.38 lakh, making rooftop solar more affordable and accessible.
Additionally, under TPSODL’s Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) Model, eligible consumers can install a 1 kW rooftop solar system with just ₹1,875, making clean energy accessible to a wider section of society.
The Solar Sanga accompanying the Rath will play a key role in the campaign by directly interacting with consumers, addressing their queries and explaining the scheme’s benefits, application process and the ULA Model. Through this grassroots outreach, TPSODL aims to build awareness, encourage participation and support consumers in transitioning towards clean and sustainable energy.
Mr. Amit Kumar Garg, CEO, TPSODL, said, “The Solar Rath is an important step towards taking the benefits of rooftop solar energy directly to people’s doorsteps. Our objective is to ensure that consumers across every block and Gram Panchayat of Boudh district are aware of the opportunities offered under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Through direct engagement, awareness activities and our ULA Model, we are committed to making clean energy more accessible and affordable while contributing to India’s renewable energy ambitions.”
Through initiatives like the Solar Rath, TPSODL continues to strengthen its commitment to promoting renewable energy, empowering consumers and supporting the Government of India’s vision of a sustainable and energy-secure future.
