Punjab launches underground power supply network in Satouj village

Why in news

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann launched India's first underground electricity wiring project in Satoj village to mitigate risks of crop fires and weather-related disruptions.

Background

It is the first initiative of its kind in India aimed at improving safety and quality of life for farmers and residents.

Facts for Prelims

• FactThe project involves the removal of 384 poles and the laying of 41 km of service cables underground.
• PlaceSatoj village, Punjab, is the site of India's first underground power supply network.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how infrastructure modernization in rural power distribution can enhance agricultural safety and rural quality of life in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Safety enhancement: Mitigation of crop fires and electrical accidents caused by overhead lines
• Climate resilience: Reducing power disruptions caused by extreme weather events in agrarian belts
• Rural infrastructure: Transitioning from traditional overhead wiring to underground networks for long-term sustainability

Keywords: Infrastructure modernization · Rural electrification · Agricultural safety · Climate resilience · Quality of life

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