This 18-yr-old in Telangana is lighting the way forward
BHUPALPALLY: Walking through a dark village street can be a safety concern. Hailing from Azamnagar village, Shashidhar’s ingenious ‘Automatic Street Light Control Device’ has not only earned approval from the Telangana Innovation Cell but is also poised to bring transformative changes to rural areas. “Streetlights in the village were left on 24/7, leading to exorbitant electricity bills for the gram panchayat,” he tells TNIE. Repairs and replacements were costing the government around Rs 1,600 a month for every 50 lights.” His device uses sensors to regulate street lighting, turning lights on at dusk and off at dawn. “Officials can compare the electricity bills before and after installation to see the difference,” he explains, adding, “It’s rewarding to see how this simple intervention can save resources and improve efficiency.” The TGIC recognised his potential under its flagship ‘Intinta Innovator’ programme.
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