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Power system plays a crucial role in the overall development of a region, requiring reliable, affordable and resilient power system. Disaster Resilient Power Systems for Odisha project evaluated the disaster preparedness and resilience of the power system in the state of Odisha, India, focusing on the transmission and distribution infrastructure. The project was a collaborative effort involving Odisha state government, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), State disaster management authorities (OSDMA), and the state power sector stakeholders. The project paved the way forward in developing resilient future power infrastructure, and the existing infrastructure in Odisha. The key findings included the importance of risk mapping, updating design codes and standards, and establishing better regulatory and financial mechanisms. The project thus serves as a valuable case study for other regions and stakeholders to assess their power system’s disaster preparedness and resilience. Click to Read |
