India’s first underground transformer unveiled in Malleswaram
The first underground transformer in the country was inaugurated at Malleswaram 15th Cross on Tuesday. The 500 kVA transformer has been commissioned as a joint project between Bescom and BBMP.
Inaugurating the facility, Energy Minister KJ George said that underground transformers will enhance the safety and reliability of the power supply.
“We are also converting the overhead High Tension (HT) and Low Tension (LT) cables to underground cables. This, along with the UG transformer will help improve safety and increase the quality of power supply,” George said.
