Summary:
So, now, directives have been issued to replace the open wires with aerial bunch cables (ABC) in all the districts. Agra: The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to replace the open electricity wires with insulated cable lines in its villages, an ambitious plan which intends to curb power theft and check the electrocution incidents caused by the uncovered wires. It will ensure safety as well as better power supply in the villages”. After this, the number of deaths reduced to less than 600 following strict implementation of electricity safety norms, including installation of loop insulators in electricity poles.Resident of Etmadpur block of Agra district, Virendra Singh said: “Upgradation of open wires in rural areas is a welcome decision taken by the state government. This work will be done from the district electricity development funds..