Bhubaneswar, Nov 13: Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, the Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha and Minister for Energy, Agriculture, and Farmers’ Empowerment, presented the state’s energy transition plan at the Power Minister’s Conference held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, on Tuesday. The conference brought together key policymakers and leaders in the energy sector.
Singh Deo, along with Vishal Kumar Dev, Principal Secretary of the Energy Department, highlighted Odisha’s significant strides in the power sector, particularly its role in modernizing infrastructure and adopting green energy solutions. He spoke about the state’s innovative use of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in power distribution, which has led to improved performance in the state’s Distribution Companies (DISCOMs). Three of Odisha’s DISCOMs—TPCODL, TPWODL, and TPNODL—are now ranked among the top 10 in the country, according to the Ministry of Power’s performance ratings.
In terms of power generation, Singh Deo outlined the state’s current capacity of 8,856 MW and its ambitious target of 15,603 MW by 2030, with more than half of this coming from renewable energy sources. The state is also focusing on developing 10,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by the end of the decade. Additionally, energy storage, particularly through pumped storage plants (PSPs), is a priority for the state.
Singh Deo also urged the central government to back Odisha’s Green Energy Corridor Phase III, which aims to connect renewable energy projects to the national grid, and stressed the need for faster forest clearances for key transmission projects to ensure stable and reliable power supply across the state.
With a clear focus on sustainable energy development, Odisha is positioning itself as a key player in India’s green energy future, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while increasing its renewable energy capacity. The state’s forward-looking policies and investments are helping shape the path to a low-carbon, clean energy future for its citizens.