TPCODL Conducts Awareness Meet on PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana – ULA Model for Business Associates

Bhubaneswar, prabaha news : TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha organised an awareness programme today to familiarise its Business Associates (BAs) with the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana under the Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) model. The initiative aims to deepen grassroots outreach and boost rooftop solar adoption across Central Odisha.

During the session TPCODL CEO Arvind Singh briefed the BAs on the scheme’s key features detailing the registration process installation steps and subsidy support offered by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) and by the Government of Odisha. He sought the support of BAs in proliferating this scheme both as consumers as well as system installers.  Senior leaders from TPCODL addressed various queries raised by the participants and guided them for ensuring effective community engagement.

BAs were urged to actively promote the scheme across all Gram Panchayats within TPCODL’s operational areas. As per scheme guidelines, each Gram Panchayat is entitled to an incentive of Rs 1000 per Rooftop system commissioned in their respective GP areas.

The session also demonstrated how the ULA model streamlines rooftop solar adoption ensuring consumers gain easy access to clean affordable and reliable energy. BAs were briefed on both economic and environmental advantages to help them mobilise households effectively.

Commenting on the initiative Arvind Singh, CEO, TPCODL said “The PM Surya Ghar ULA Scheme is a transformative step toward making solar energy accessible to every household. By empowering our BAs with the right knowledge, we aim to accelerate solar adoption at the grassroot level and support Odisha’s clean energy vision. TPCODL remains committed to driving sustainable customer-centric solutions across its operational areas.”

PM Surya Ghar – ULA Model: Key Information & Benefits

· Significant savings on electricity bills

· Huge Government subsidy – Central & State (₹30,000 + ₹25,000)

· Consumer contribution limited to ₹5,000 plus generation meter charge

· Free net meter (up to 2 kW)

· Generates around 100 units per kW  per month

· Low-maintenance, hassle-free operation 

· 25-year lifespan; panels withstand wind speeds up to 180 km/h

· Eligible for domestic consumers with a minimum 1 kW load

· Requires 100 sq. ft. of unshaded RCC roof.

TPCODL will continue its efforts to drive widespread awareness and ensure that consumers across Central Odisha benefit from the transformative PM Surya Ghar initiative.