With large public gatherings expected across Tripura during Durga Puja, Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath today directed TSECL officials to maintain round-the-clock readiness, strengthen field response and prevent disruptions to power supply.
Key Takeaways
- Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath reviewed TSECL’s preparations for uninterrupted electricity during Durga Puja.
- Officials were asked to strengthen preventive measures, manpower, equipment and field-level readiness.
- TSECL teams will remain on standby and respond promptly to faults and consumer complaints.
Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Friday reviewed the state’s electricity preparedness for the upcoming Durga Puja festival and directed officials to ensure a reliable power supply throughout the celebrations.
Nath chaired the review meeting at the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL), where Managing Director Biswajit Basu and senior officials assessed the arrangements for the festive period.
The meeting focused on preventing power disruptions and ensuring that consumers receive uninterrupted electricity during the Puja days.
With large numbers of people expected to attend celebrations across the state, the Minister stressed the need for stronger field-level preparedness. He asked officials to remain alert and take preventive measures against technical faults and other issues that could affect power supply.
Focus on Preventing Power Disruptions
During the meeting, Nath reviewed the preparedness of the electricity department and discussed measures to minimise the possibility of outages during Durga Puja.
He directed officials to identify potential technical problems in advance and take necessary steps to address them. The focus remained on preventing avoidable disruptions rather than responding only after faults occur.
The Minister also emphasised the need for adequate manpower and equipment during the festive period. He said field teams must remain prepared to deal with problems that may arise during the celebrations.
The arrangements assume greater importance in areas where major Puja events and large public gatherings will take place.
Faster Response to Complaints and Faults
Nath also called for a stronger response mechanism within TSECL. He stressed that power-related complaints and technical faults should receive prompt attention.
Close coordination among officials and field-level teams will remain important throughout the festival, he said. Teams must identify emerging issues quickly and take corrective action without unnecessary delay.
The Minister also called for continuous monitoring during the festive days. He particularly highlighted areas where large crowds are expected to gather for Puja celebrations.
The emphasis on quick response aims to reduce inconvenience for consumers and help maintain normal electricity services during one of the state’s major festive periods.
Power Supply Critical for Puja Operations
The Minister underlined the importance of a stable power supply for the smooth functioning of Durga Puja activities across Tripura.
Electricity will support Puja pandals, public spaces, markets and other important installations during the celebrations. Maintaining reliable supply will therefore remain a key part of the overall festival preparedness.
Nath urged TSECL officials and employees to remain dedicated and responsive throughout the period. He called for collective efforts to ensure that consumers do not face unnecessary inconvenience because of preventable power-related issues.
Round-the-Clock Preparedness
The Minister asked officials to maintain round-the-clock readiness throughout the festive period. Field teams will need to remain prepared to respond to technical faults and other challenges as they emerge.
He also stressed coordination between different levels of the electricity department. Effective communication between officials and field teams can help ensure that problems receive timely attention.
The review meeting placed particular emphasis on preparedness before the festival begins, as well as continuous monitoring during the celebrations.
TSECL Prepared for Increased Demand
Nath expressed confidence that proper planning, coordination and continuous monitoring would enable TSECL to manage the increased electricity demand during Durga Puja.
The preparations are aimed at supporting uninterrupted power supply across Tripura while ensuring quick intervention if technical problems occur.
The Minister’s directions covered manpower, equipment, preventive measures, field-level readiness and response mechanisms. Together, these measures are intended to help TSECL maintain reliable electricity services during the festive days.
The review also reinforced the need for officials and employees to work collectively throughout the period so that power-related issues do not disrupt Puja celebrations or cause avoidable inconvenience to consumers.
