Central Electricity Authority and Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd. Celebrate Sixth Edition of ‘Lineman Diwas’

New Delhi, Mar 09: The sixth edition of ‘Lineman Diwas’ was celebrated today in New Delhi by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Ministry of Power, in collaboration with Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd. (Tata Power-DDL). The event honoured the dedicated frontline workforce of the power sector, recognising the crucial role of linemen and ground maintenance staff in ensuring uninterrupted electricity supply across India.

The event was graced by Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy; Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power); Shri Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, CEA; and Mr. Dwijadas Basak, CEO, Tata Power-DDL, along with senior leaders and stakeholders from across the power sector.

Around 250 linemen and supervisors from more than 66 State and private power distribution and generation companies, as well as transmission licensees nationwide, participated in the celebrations. The programme provided a platform for experience sharing, discussion of operational challenges, and collaborative learning, with a strong emphasis on safety and best practices in the field.

The event commenced with a safety pledge, reaffirming participants’ commitment to adhere to safety practices to protect themselves, their families, and society at large.

Key Highlights and Remarks:

• Shri Shripad Yesso Naik emphasised the importance of strengthening safety culture, the use of personal protective equipment, proper shutdown protocols, and adoption of modern technologies such as smart grids, AI-enabled predictive maintenance, and drone-based inspections to reduce risk to field personnel. He highlighted the theme of the sixth edition: “Seva, Suraksha, Swabhiman”, reflecting service, safety, and dignity of the workforce.

• Shri Pankaj Agarwal referred to linemen as the warriors of the power sector, noting their dedication during harsh weather and natural disasters. He urged power utilities to institutionalise daily safety awareness, including safety drills and informative videos before each shift.

• Shri Ghanshyam Prasad acknowledged the linemen’s contribution as a key pillar of nation-building and highlighted the evolution of Lineman Diwas into a nationwide movement recognising frontline workers’ efforts.

• Mr. Dwijadas Basak said, “‘Lineman Diwas’ not only honours our frontline warriors but amplifies their voices, enables experience sharing, and reinforces our collective commitment to their safety and well-being.”

Event Highlights:

• Release of a special Lineman Geet dedicated to the courage and contribution of linemen.

• Launch of a ‘Safety Pocketbook’ providing essential safety guidelines for field operations.

• Introduction of a safety awareness video on lightning hazards and precautions.

• Felicitation of High Performing Discoms and Linemen for their contributions to a safe and secure power sector.

• Hands-on display of safety equipment and advanced tools for practical learning.

• Event live telecast across power utilities nationwide to encourage wider participation.

The celebrations of Lineman Diwas 2026 reinforced the power sector’s commitment to safety, service, and empowerment of its frontline workforce, ensuring that linemen remain recognised, protected, and equipped to sustain India’s reliable electricity supply.