Schneider Electric partners with TPWODL to digitise Odisha grid
Author: PPD Team Date: March 17, 2026
Schneider Electric has entered into a partnership with TP Western Odisha Distribution Ltd (TPWODL), a Tata Power group company, to upgrade and digitize electricity distribution infrastructure across Western Odisha.
Under the agreement, Schneider Electric has equipped 75 substations with its EcoStruxure™ Grid architecture, giving operators end-to-end visibility and automated control across the distribution network.
TPWODL is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Odisha state government. It supplies electricity to more than 21 lakh customers across nine districts, making grid stability a matter of daily consequence for a large share of the region’s residents and businesses. The company said power interruption time has already fallen by 30% since the collaboration began, with a target of up to 70% improvement as further digital upgrades are rolled out. Customers are reporting fewer outages, faster restoration after faults, and more consistent voltage levels.
The push to modernize came as aging equipment and climbing electricity demand put pressure on grid reliability. The technical approach centers on Schneider Electric’s digital grid platform, which combines SCADA systems, intelligent remote terminal units, protection relays, and a centralized network management system to provide real-time data and control. The infrastructure was deployed using a standardized, plug-and-play framework designed to speed up installation, reduce integration complexity, and maintain continuity of service during the transition.
The architecture is intended to move TPWODL away from fragmented, asset-by-asset operations toward a data-driven model that can scale to meet future demand and accommodate renewable energy sources.
The project has also produced measurable environmental gains. Optimizing grid performance and cutting technical losses has reduced TPWODL’s carbon footprint, according to a release issued by Schneider Electric.
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