Claiming to be the first of its kind in India, a 500 kV underground distribution transformer has been installed by Bangalore Electricity Supply Company and Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP).
The transformer was inaugurated by Energy Minister K.J. George did it.
The transformer is placed 10 feet below the ground.
The project is a result of an initiative to make footpaths safer for pedestrians.
The total cost of the project was ` 1.97 crore out of which BESCOM’s contribution was ` 1.33 crore.
This includes installing 500 KV dry type transformer, 8-way solid RMU, 5-way LT distribution panel, 2 KV UPS, 1 HP submersible water pump, lighting and air ventilation system and temperature and humidity monitoring system.
