The first Infra Safety conclave held in Mumbai explored the transformative role of cabling solutions in shaping the future of real estate.
Jan 6, 2025
Polycab, India’s largest manufacturer of wires and cables, has launched a campaign ‘Infra Safety: Powering India’s Electrical Future,’ aimed at raising awareness about the critical importance of electrical safety, targeting both consumers and professionals to foster a deeper understanding of its role in safeguarding lives and infrastructure.
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The first Infra Safety conclave focusing on electrical safety in real estate was recently held in Mumbai. It explored the transformative role of cabling solutions in shaping the future of real estate. The discussion focused on emphasizing the importance of adhering to high safety benchmarks through robust standards and certifications. It also highlighted emerging trends, such as green certifications and fire-retardant materials with low smoke emissions, as pivotal advancements driving safer and more sustainable real estate developments.
Underscoring the critical importance of electrical fire safety standards in high-rise buildings, Mr. Bhushan Sawhney, Executive President and Chief Business Officer of Polycab, cautioned that installing sub-standard products is as perilous as driving without airbags.
Polycab wanted to be a solutions provider, not just a supplier. The company offered training programs in multiple languages and invested in R&D to create safer and more eco-friendly products, he added.
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Mr. Bharat Jaisinghani, Executive Director, Polycab, remarked on the scope for the use of Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize cable selection by providing precise recommendations tailored to specific applications, optimizing both performance and safety. These breakthroughs could redefine the approach to electrical infrastructure. Polycab, as a leader in electrical safety, has been at the forefront of these innovations, he added.
Noting that collaboration was key to creating infrastructure which not only powered progress but also safeguarded lives, Mr. Sawhney said prioritizing electrical safety would ensure that India’s growth story was one of resilience, innovation, and shared prosperity.
