Ludhiana, April 3 -- With the wheat harvest in full swing and temperatures soaring, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has taken proactive measures to prevent crop fires caused by electrical faults. The power utility has established a dedicated control room to tackle fire incidents triggered by loose or low-hanging wires, faulty switches, and other electrical hazards.

To minimise the risk of fires, the PSPCL has issued a set of safety guidelines for farmers.

The corporation has advised against storing harvested wheat under power lines or near transformers. A safety zone of at least 25 square meters around transformers should be maintained, and farmers should keep the surrounding area damp within a 10m radius to prevent i...