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Burla/Jharsuguda, June 25, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to expanding clean energy access across Western Odisha, TP Western Odisha Distribution Limited (TPWODL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vedanta Aluminium, Jharsuguda, for implementation of rooftop solar projects under the Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) Model of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. This partnership leverages Vedanta’s CSR funding to eliminate upfront costs for rural families, with Phase I set to solarize 414 households across villages near Vedanta’s operational area in Jharsuguda with a long-term goal of reaching thousands of eligible families across the district.
The MoU was signed on Wednesday by Mr. Mohit Jain, CFO & Chief Regulatory Affairs, TPWODL, and Mr. C. Chandru, CEO, Vedanta Aluminium, Jharsuguda, in the presence of Shri Kunal Motiram Chavan, IAS, District Magistrate and Collector, Jharsuguda, along with senior officials from both organizations at Collectorate Jharsuguda.
The initiative aims to accelerate rooftop solar adoption among lower-income households residing in villages surrounding Vedanta Aluminium’s operational area. Through financial support provided under Vedanta Aluminium’s CSR initiative, eligible families will receive assistance towards their beneficiary contribution under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, making rooftop solar systems more accessible and affordable.
Appreciating the collaborative milestone, Shri Kunal Motiram Chavan, IAS, Hon’ble District Magistrate & Collector, Jharsuguda, said“The Jharsuguda district administration encourages industries to actively support renewable energy adoption and community development. Initiatives like this help extend the benefits of clean and affordable energy to rural households while contributing to a greener and more sustainable future. This initiative under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a meaningful step towards rural empowerment and sustainable development.“
Commending the partnership, Mr. Parveen Verma, CEO, TPWODL said, “TPWODL is committed to making the benefits of solar energy accessible to every section of society. This partnership with Vedanta Aluminium is an important step towards empowering rural households with affordable and clean energy solutions. Through the ULA model, we are simplifying rooftop solar adoption and supporting the vision of a sustainable and energy-secure future for Western Odisha.”
Under Phase-I, a total of 414 eligible consumers have been identified across eight villages of Jharsuguda district- Bhurkhamunda, Banjari, Brundamal, Chituapada, Katikela, Kurebaga, Siriapali and Sunarimunda. Following the successful deployment of this initial phase, TPWODL and Vedanta Aluminium are committed to scaling the initiative. Both organizations have established a clear roadmap for Phase-II, which will expand the project’s footprint to cover additional eligible beneficiaries across the region.
The partnership marks another significant milestone in TPWODL’s efforts to promote renewable energy adoption and support the successful implementation of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana across Western Odisha.
