The BMC has decided to install smart manhole covers at 14 places across the city as a pilot project. This will help prevent the theft of manhole covers and overflowing drains.

The BMC will start this pilot project soon. These manhole covers will be monitored by CCTV cameras. An official from the sewerage department said, “We have finally received a response to our tender. On a pilot basis, we have chosen 11 spots in low-lying areas that have water-logging issues.”