Punjab Govt Begins Underground Power Line Project For Farmers From CM Bhagwant Mann’s Village

Punjab government has begun a major push to improve safety for farmers by moving overhead electricity lines underground. The work starts from Satoj village, which is the native village of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.

Mann launched the initiative in Satoj fields on Tuesday, marking the formal start of underground cabling in farm areas. The project aims to remove poles and exposed wires from agricultural land and install a modern underground cable network instead.

Punjab government underground power lines project details for farmers

According to Punjab government officials, the Satoj project costs about eight crore rupees. The work will cover seven kilometres of high-tension power lines and 9.5 kilometres of low-tension lines, all laid beneath the ground across the village fields.

Key technical details of the Punjab government underground power lines project for farmers are shown below.

The Punjab government stated that open wires often cause fires in standing crops due to short circuits or sparking. Such accidents lead to serious financial loss for farmers, so officials expect underground power lines to reduce these incidents sharply.

Punjab government underground power lines benefits for farmers

Mann said the Punjab government sees farmers’ interests as a priority, and this project reflects that stand. Safer fields, easier movement of agricultural machinery and fewer interruptions during farm work are key expected benefits for farmers.

Officials explained that the Punjab government plan is not restricted to Satoj. The underground power lines model for farmers will extend across Punjab in phases, with more villages added after technical review and availability of funds.

Farmers in Satoj welcomed the Punjab government underground power lines work, saying it should protect crops and simplify work in fields. They expect fewer dangers from electric poles and wires, and a stronger rural electricity system overall.