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Bengaluru Water Board Implements AI and Robotics to Combat Water Theft and Leakage
Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board goes high tech again, this time to plug leakages, theft
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The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is launching a year-long pilot project using AI and robotic technologies to detect water theft and reduce leakages in Bengaluru's water distribution network. Funded by Titan Company Limited, the initiative aims to improve efficiency and revenue collection.
- 01The BWSSB will collaborate with startups SmartTerra and Solinas for a pilot study focused on reducing unaccounted-for water.
- 02The project will utilize AI-driven predictive analytics and robotic inspections to identify leaks and structural defects in pipelines.
- 03Funding for the project comes from a grant by Titan Company Limited, with no cost to the BWSSB for the study.
- 04BWSSB Chairman Ram Prasath Manohar emphasized the board's commitment to fostering innovation in urban water management.
- 05If successful, these technologies could play a crucial role in Bengaluru's future water management strategy.
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The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is set to implement advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, to combat water theft and leakage in Bengaluru's water distribution system. This initiative involves a year-long pilot study in partnership with startups SmartTerra and Solinas, aimed at identifying sources of unaccounted-for water and minimizing non-revenue water losses. The project, funded by a grant from Titan Company Limited, will not incur costs for the BWSSB, which will only provide support for necessary civil works like excavation and pipe repairs. SmartTerra will use AI-driven predictive analytics to assess pipeline vulnerabilities, while Solinas will deploy robotic inspections to detect hidden leakages and structural issues. BWSSB Chairman Ram Prasath Manohar highlighted the board's commitment to supporting startups in developing innovative solutions for urban water challenges, stating that the project could significantly enhance Bengaluru's water management strategies if successful.
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The initiative aims to significantly reduce financial losses from water theft and leakages in Bengaluru, enhancing the city's water management.
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