22/05/2026
ESMA Order for Power Sector:
Govt of Odisha has prohibited strikes in electricity services in the State for 6 months, effective from today.
This applies to all establishments under GRIDCO, OPTCL, OHPC, OPGC, TPCODL, TPNODL, TPSODL, TPWODL and other power organizations.
This order has been issued under Odisha Essential Services (Maintenance) Act, 1988 to ensure uninterrupted power generation, transmission & distribution across the state.