Tata Power Delhi Distribution Wins Safety Excellence Award at the 21st Greentech Safety Award and Summit 2023 – EQ Mag
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited, a pioneering power utility supplying electricity to a populace of over 7 million in North Delhi, won the ‘Safety Excellence Award’ for effectively implementing best practices in the field of occupational health and safety by the Greentech Foundation during the 21st Greentech Safety Award and Summit 2023. The ceremony took place on May 29–30, 2023, at Hotel Le Meridian, New Delhi.
Tata Power-DDL adheres to the highest safety standards and is committed to providing a safe working place and environment to its employees, and customers as part of its business philosophy and values. Tata Power-DDL has implemented several safety related innovative solutions such as best in class PPEs and tools, creating De-centralized Practice Yards, Virtual Reality training modules on safe working and online safety training modules for engineers and business associate employees. Recently, a dedicated YouTube channel is also launched with an intent to have a repository of videos to promote a safe working culture for all.
Tata Power-DDL received this recognition after a comprehensive screening process. The award was presented to Mr. Ashok Kumar Sharma, AGM, Corp. Safety, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited, by Hon’ble Sh. Deepak Mishra, Former Chief Justice of India, Sh. Suresh Prabhu, Former Railway Minister of India, and Sh. R. Sathiyasyndaram, IPS Add. Commissioner, Delhi Traffic Police, during a coveted award ceremony.
Speaking on the win, Mr. Subrata Das, Chief – Operations, Safety, Business Excellence (BE) & TQM at Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited said, “At Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd, safety is not just a priority; it is an integral part of our DNA. We have implemented robust safety protocols, stringent training programs, and cutting-edge technologies to ensure the highest level of safety standards in the power distribution industry. This award is a tribute to the dedication and hard work of our entire team who continuously strive to uphold the highest safety benchmarks. By fostering a safety culture, we not only protect the well-being of our employees, but also contribute to the overall sustainability of our operations. We will continue to innovate and raise the bar in safety practices, as we remain committed to delivering reliable and sustainable power solutions to our customers.”
The Greentech Foundation is based on the synergy between tradition and innovation. They believe in using technology to everyone’s advantage while adhering to the original pillars and values of the organization.
About Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited:
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of NCT of Delhi. Tata Power-DDL distributes electricity in North Delhi and serves a populace of 7 million. Tata Power-DDL has been a frontrunner in implementing power distribution reforms and is acknowledged for its consumer-friendly practices. Since privatization, the Aggregate Technical & Commercial (AT&C) losses in Tata Power-DDL areas have shown a record decline. Today, AT&C losses stand at 6.8%, which is an unprecedented reduction from an opening loss level of 53% in July 2002.
