Pune civic body to give streetlight poles electricity-insulating paint to avoid electrocution incidents

Time of India

27-05-2025

Pune: The civic body has decided to paint streetlight poles with electricity-insulating paints to avoid incidents of electrocution.
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has finalised 202 frequent flooding spots where street poles will be repainted.
"The paint was used on an experimental basis at Laxmi Road around three years ago. The pilot proved to be successful, so we are now expanding it to other areas," said Manisha Shekatkar, head of PMC's electrical department.
According to civic officials, most of the locations are near the slum areas.
The administration will spend around Rs2,500 per streetlight. PMC is providing fibre reinforced plastic (FRP) insulation for streetlight poles.
A 3mm thick FRP coat is applied to the street poles. It comprises premium quality resin, plastic matt (450/E), hardener, cobalt, and colour pigment complete with a gel coat.
PMC used the material on an experimental basis during the 2021 Ganeshotsav when the probability of accidents was high.
"FRP is a non-conductive material which adds an additional layer of safety for street lights," said a senior PMC official.
He said the material demands little upkeep.
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"It results in reduced ongoing operational expenses. The material's electrical insulating properties contribute to enhanced safety measures in street illumination systems," the official said.
The civic body, in 2023, inspected around 1.35 lakh streetlights in the civic areas. The Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited conducted a similar drive meant to prevent electrocutions.
PMC officials said the inspections checked erosion of poles, damaged cables as well as switches, broken lamps, and the condition of other electrical parts of streetlights.