TSECL receives Energy Conservation award from President; Minister Ratan Lal Nath extends congratulations

Tripura has once again made its mark on the national energy map by achieving a major milestone in energy conservation and efficiency. On the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day, the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) earned national recognition for its consistent performance, reinforcing the state’s growing reputation in sustainable power management.

After securing the first position in Group–4 category at the National Energy Conservation Awards in 2024, Tripura has now bagged the second position in Group–5 category in 2025. This back-to-back achievement is being widely hailed as a significant success for a small north eastern state, highlighting its focused approach towards energy efficiency and responsible power usage.

The prestigious award was presented at a national-level ceremony held on Sunday at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. President of India, Droupadi Murmu, conferred the award upon TSECL’s Technical Director, Dr Subir Sen, and Seema Das, AGM and Nodal Officer of the State Designated Agency under the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). The awards were given under the initiative of the Ministry of Power, based on the evaluation of the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2025.

Addressing the gathering, President Droupadi Murmu underlined the growing importance of energy conservation in the present time. She stated that energy conservation is no longer merely an option but an absolute necessity. According to the President, every unit of electricity saved reflects responsibility towards nature and sensitivity towards future generations. She also noted that India has made remarkable progress in clean energy and energy efficiency, fulfilling several commitments ahead of schedule, which marks an important step in the country’s journey towards decarbonisation.

Union Minister for Power, Manohar Lal, who was also present at the event, congratulated the winners of the National Energy Conservation Awards 2025. He said the awards clearly demonstrate that development and environmental protection can move forward together. The Minister also highlighted the massive participation in the National Painting Competition on Energy Conservation, noting that lakhs of students across the country contributed to spreading awareness on the importance of saving energy.

In the State Performance Award for Energy Efficiency, Tripura secured the second position in Group–5. This group included 11 States and Union Territories—Chandigarh, Tripura, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Manipur, Lakshadweep, Nagaland and Mizoram. Emerging as one of the top performers among these regions reflects Tripura’s strong administrative planning and effective implementation of energy-saving measures.

The SEEI 2025 index assessed the energy efficiency performance of 36 States and Union Territories for the financial year 2024–25. States were evaluated across seven major sectors—buildings, industry, transport, agriculture, power distribution companies (Discoms), municipal services and cross-sectoral initiatives. A total of 66 indicators were used to measure progress, helping states track their energy footprint, adopt best practices and improve through healthy competition. The index has become an important policy tool in strengthening India’s overall energy efficiency ecosystem.

Reacting to the achievement, Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath described the consecutive national recognition as a landmark accomplishment for the state. He said that receiving national-level awards for two consecutive years is a rare distinction and a clear reflection of the dedication and hard work of TSECL officials and employees. The Minister congratulated the entire TSECL team for their relentless efforts, well-planned roadmap and transparent administration.

Ratan Lal Nath also urged electricity consumers across the state to become more conscious and responsible in their power usage. He emphasized that preventing wastage of electricity, using energy-efficient appliances and adopting responsible consumption habits are crucial to sustaining and improving such achievements in the future.

TSECL Managing Director Biswajit Basu also extended his congratulations to all officers, employees and consumers. He said that the award does not belong to a single organization but to the entire state of Tripura. According to him, the collective efforts of TSECL personnel, effective ground-level implementation and active cooperation from electricity consumers made this national success possible.

Overall, Tripura’s continued progress in energy conservation sends a strong message that with clear vision, political commitment and efficient administration, even smaller states can set examples at the national level. Stakeholders believe that this achievement will further motivate Tripura to strengthen its energy efficiency initiatives and inspire other states to follow a similar path in India’s larger clean energy and sustainability movement.