Overview
- South 24 Parganas authorities confirmed the first-time use of a remote lifebuoy water drone to strengthen water-safety coverage at the mela.
- The device operates up to 1 kilometre from its controller and reaches a top speed of 7 metres per second.
- An onboard camera streams 1080p video to a screen-equipped remote to guide rescuers in crowded waters.
- Built with impact-resistant LLDPE and enclosed propellers, it self-rights within two seconds if flipped.
- The drone can tow up to 1,000 kilograms and will auto-return via GPS if the signal drops or the battery falls below 15 percent.