GIZ-backed training to upskill solar workforce in Tripura
Agartala, Nov 20: Tripura has entered a new phase in its renewable-energy transformation—strengthening not just solar power capacity but also the knowledge ecosystem required to support long-term efficiency, system reliability, and consumer confidence.
As the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana continues expanding, the state is fast approaching the milestone of 5 MW of rooftop solar generation, signaling strong momentum in its clean-energy roadmap.
State officials emphasized the next decade of energy transition will not be defined by capacity numbers alone. Instead, success will rest on how easily consumers can benefit from the scheme without technical challenges, lengthy complaint cycles, or installation-related hurdles.
TSECL launches GIZ-backed training for solar workforce
To reinforce service quality and technical precision, the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) has launched today at the TSECL Conference Hall a two-day specialized training programme for rooftop solar technicians working across the state.
The initiative is supported by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the globally recognized German development agency known for renewable energy capacity building and technical knowledge systems.
Event highlights
Dignitaries present: Power Secretary Abhishek Singh, IAS, TSECL Managing Director Biswajit Basu, Acting Director General, TREDA, Debabrata Shukla Das
A total of 45 field-level technicians have enrolled for the workshop. All of them are working directly on household rooftop systems installed under various solar vendor networks in Tripura.
Consumer trust becomes mission-critical
During the inauguration, the officials outlined a clear message: consumer satisfaction is mission-critical.
Power Secretary Abhishek Singh stated that every installation issue or service complaint must be handled quickly, accurately, and professionally by trained technicians.
TSECL MD Biswajit Basu also noted that the long-term success of the PM Surya Ghar scheme depends not only on equipment quality but on the field workforce’s skill, conduct, and responsiveness during home visits.
Officials believe that if technicians deliver consistently reliable service, public trust will rise and more households will confidently adopt rooftop solar systems.
Training aligned with global best practices
The programme is based on international training standards and technical frameworks developed by GIZ through its global solar capacity-building initiatives. GIZ has assisted multiple countries in designing standardized solar operation and maintenance (O&M) systems, professional training modules, and practical knowledge manuals. Their India-related guidelines — covering system monitoring, safety procedures, preventive maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting — serve as an important foundation for Tripura’s current programme.
Key modules covered
Participants are being trained in:
Fundamentals of PV technology
Operation of inverters, controllers, and battery systems
Structured maintenance and servicing procedures
Workplace safety protocols
Best practices for installation and commissioning
System monitoring and performance analytics
Advanced troubleshooting and fault detection
Past solar upskilling
This effort comes on the heels of earlier skill programmes, where 53 TSECL managers were trained at Pragya Bhavan under a similar GIZ-supported initiative. More rounds for supervisors, vendors, and technical staff are already planned in the coming months.
TSECL officials are also considering future awareness sessions for consumers who have commissioned rooftop solar systems. Such training could help households better understand daily system usage, basic maintenance, and preventive care—improving long-term system performance across the state.
Tripura builds a Next-Gen Solar Ecosystem
Tripura’s renewable-energy mission is now evolving beyond installation quantity. The state is building a professional workforce, modern maintenance culture, and consumer-centric service infrastructure—key elements required for reliable, scalable, and future-ready energy systems, opined informed sources
If this approach continues, Tripura’s solar journey is projected to accelerate rapidly, supported by:
Higher consumer confidence
Improved on-ground technical performance
A growing green workforce
Strong operational continuity many years into the future
