KPTCL deploys drone technology to fix defects in transmission lines
The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has successfully utilized drone technology to inspect over 3,370 km of transmission lines. This initiative has identified 1.5 lakh defects and significantly reduced power outages across the state.
Why it matters
The adoption of drone-based predictive maintenance represents a major shift in infrastructure management, improving grid reliability and safety.
Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has successfully deployed advanced drone technology for the inspection of High Voltage (HV) and Extra High Voltage (EHV) transmission corridors across the State.
The article provides a factual report on a technological implementation and its measurable outcomes.
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