Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Introduces ‘VIHANGAM’ Drone Technology And Latest Safety Equipment

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Introduces ‘VIHANGAM’ Drone Technology And Latest Safety Equipment

Daily Current Affairs / Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Introduces ‘VIHANGAM’ Drone Technology And Latest Safety Equipment

Change Language English Hindi

Category : Science and Tech Published on: February 06 2023

Share on facebook

Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd (MCL), the premier CPSE under the Ministry of Coal has introduced drone technology in coal mines by launching a web- based portal VIHANGAM along with a drone and ground control system.
There is a control station that flies the drone and the system can be operated through the portal from anywhere. This pilot project is at present operational at Bhubaneswari and Lingraj opencast mines of Talcher Coalfields.
In 2021, the Aviation Ministry permitted the CMPDI (Central Mine Planning and Design Institute) to use drone technology in the coal fields of India.
Apart from drone technology, the MCL also introduced a Robotic Nozzle Water Sprayer.
The robot is used in dust suppression and fire fighting. The robot can reach heights of 70 meters and spray water in the form of mist. It also has a rotating nozzle. Its tank capacity of 28 kilolitres.

Recent Post's

Pakistani troops fired at Indian posts along the Line of Control, heightening tensions after the Pahalgam civilian killings.
Read More....
India's extreme poverty dropped sharply from 16% to 2.3% in a decade, lifting 171 million people above poverty line.
Read More....
UDAN scheme completed 8 years, making air travel affordable for common citizens and boosting connectivity.
Read More....
SRFTI’s film “A Doll Made Up of Clay” selected for Cannes 2025, marking a historic entry for Indian cinema.
Read More....
DRDO successfully tested scramjet engine for 1,000 seconds, advancing hypersonic technology in India.
Read More....
India participated in 11th BRICS Labour & Employment Ministers’ Meeting 2025 held under Brazil's presidency.
Read More....
Iran offered to mediate between India and Pakistan amidst rising tensions after the Pahalgam attack.
Read More....
The 2nd Asian Yogasana Championships started in New Delhi to promote Yogasana globally.
Read More....
Former ISRO chief Dr. K. Kasturirangan, pioneer of Chandrayaan-1, passed away at 84 in Bengaluru.
Read More....
India's direct tax collection grew by 13.57% in FY25 but slightly missed the revised target.
Read More....