Pilot project involving solar-powered devices, IoT aims to reduce electricity use by at least 17% in village water schemes
The Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department is piloting an IoT-based solar-powered system to automate water pump operations in Bengaluru Rural district. The project aims to reduce electricity consumption by at least 17% by using sensors to manage water levels in overhead tanks.
With gram panchayats facing high electricity bills and irregular drinking water supply, the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj (RDPR) Department is currently piloting a new system in Bengaluru Rural district where “solar-powered” devices installed on overhead water tanks will monitor water levels and automatically control the operation of water pumps in villages.
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