THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU
BERHAMPUR, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL), a joint venture between
Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has commissioned a new 33 KV line of
4.73 Circuit Kilometres (CKM) at Marthamput in Lamtaput Block of Koraput
district, marking a significant milestone in strengthening power infrastructure
in the remote and hilly regions of southern Odisha. The initiative is set to
enhance reliability, resilience, and quality of power supply for over 2,000
consumers in the area.
Located in the southernmost part of Odisha along the Andhra Pradesh
border, Koraput district forms part of the Eastern Ghats hill range and is
characterised by undulating terrain, dense forests, scattered tribal
habitations, and high rainfall during the monsoon season. The challenging
topography of Lamtaput block has historically posed operational constraints in
maintaining uninterrupted electricity supply, especially during adverse weather
conditions when access for maintenance and fault restoration becomes difficult.
The newly commissioned 33 KV feeder will benefit consumers across
Guneipada, Godihanjr, Jalahanjar, Chikenput, Anokadli and Badigada under
Lamtaput Block. Earlier, power to Marthamput Primary Substation (PSS) was
supplied through a 70-km-long 33 KV line originating from Sunabeda Grid
Substation (GSS), passing through dense forests and hilly terrain, which often
led to delayed fault detection and prolonged outages, particularly during the monsoon.
With the commissioning of the independent feeder from Lamtaput Grid
Substation (GSS), Marthamput PSS now receives a dedicated power supply source,
substantially reducing dependence on the longer line. In addition, an N-1
contingency arrangement has been established through the Nandapur feeder,
ensuring that in case of any fault or maintenance requirement on one line, an
alternate source can seamlessly maintain supply.
This development will significantly reduce voltage fluctuations, improve
supply stability, and enable faster restoration during breakdowns. For
households, it means dependable lighting, better support for students, and an
improved quality of life. For farmers and small businesses, it ensures stable
power for irrigation, agro-processing, and livelihood activities. Public
institutions such as schools, healthcare centres, and community facilities will
also benefit from enhanced reliability.
TPSODL CEO Amit Kumar Garg said, “The commissioning of the 33 KV independent feeder at Marthamput reflects our focused efforts to strengthen infrastructure in geographically challenging regions. With a dedicated supply line and built-in backup arrangement, consumers will experience improved reliability and quicker restoration. We remain committed to delivering dependable and quality power supply across our operational areas.”
This initiative reinforces TPSODL’s commitment to inclusive development by ensuring that even the remotest habitations of southern Odisha are supported by robust and resilient power infrastructure.
