B.Y. Raghavendra, Shikaripur MLA, has called upon the farmers to get their irrigation pumpsets regularised.
Inaugurating a programme organised by the Mangaluru Electricity Supply Company (Mescom) at Shikaripur on Tuesday to distribute compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) bulbs for below the poverty line families under the “Belaku” scheme for free, he said, there were more than 8,000 unauthorised irrigation pumpsets in Shivamogga district. Regularisation of pumpsets would help Mescom mobilise resources and strengthen the power supply infrastructure, extend quality service and prevent electricity mishaps.
Mr. Raghavendra stressed the need to create awareness among farmers about the importance of getting unauthorised pumpsets regularised. It was unfortunate that the incidents of loss of life and property due to electrocution were happening in rural areas very frequently. The Mescom officials should make use of advanced technology to ensure safety of electricity consumers. Usage of CFL bulbs, which were energy-efficient, should be popularised, he said.
Regional Engineer of Mescom Mujeeb Ahmed was present.
