HMWSSB launches smart valve technology in Sanath Nagar
Hyderabad: Ashok Reddy, Managing Director of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB), conducted his second day of field visits on September 24, 2024, focusing on innovative solutions to longstanding sewerage issues in the city. During his visit to Sanath Nagar, he announced the experimental implementation of smart valve technology designed to enhance safety and efficiency in water supply management.
“To avoid accidents, we have set up an automatic valve operation method in Sanath Nagar,” Ashok Reddy stated. “With this smart valve technology, linemen will no longer need to navigate hazardous roadways. The system can be managed via a mobile app, allowing for internet-based communication. This will provide real-time data on water quality, quantity, and chlorine levels, along with valve operations.”
Managing Director of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) highlighted the critical need for maintaining the city’s numerous valves, most of which are located on busy roads. “In order to supply water, it is necessary to rotate the valves, which puts linemen at risk from passing vehicles. Tragically, there have been several incidents where lives have been lost due to these dangerous conditions,” he said.
During the inspection, Ashok Reddy reviewed the functioning and maintenance of the smart valves, engaging in discussions with linemen about operational challenges at the ground level. He highlighted that the smart valve technology operates entirely on solar energy and is equipped with battery backup, ensuring reliability even during power outages.
“This experimental approach has shown promising results so far,” Ashok Reddy said. “If successful, we will plan to expand the technology to additional areas across Hyderabad city.”
The initiative is a significant step towards improving safety for maintenance workers and enhancing the overall efficiency of Hyderabad’s water supply system.
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