Telangana Launches India's First Fire Fighting Robots
A new chapter has begun in the history of the Telangana State Fire Services Department. For the first time in India, the Government of Telangana has introduced advanced fire fighting robots designed to tackle extremely dangerous fire accidents. These machines are expected to prove highly beneficial in conducting rescue operations in hazardous situations where human lives would otherwise be at significant risk.
As part of the initial phase, the Fire Services Department has procured three advanced robots from France. Each unit is valued at approximately ₹2 crore, bringing the total project cost to ₹6 crore. These robots are expected to be fully operational soon. Initially, they will be deployed in Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy district, and surrounding industrial zones and multi-storey buildings to assist in large-scale fire emergencies.
What makes these robots unique is their ability to withstand temperatures as high as 1,000 degrees Celsius. They are constructed using special fire-resistant materials. Equipped with a self-cooling system, the robots can autonomously cool themselves upon detecting extreme heat in adverse conditions.
The machines can be operated remotely from a safe distance. With cameras and heat sensors mounted on both the front and rear, operators can clearly monitor interior visuals and heat levels even through thick smoke. The robots can be connected to fire tenders or nearby hydrants to spray water or foam at high pressure to extinguish flames.
According to Fire Services Department officials, these robots are expected to play a crucial role in situations where human intervention becomes exceedingly dangerous—especially in environments with intense heat, potential building collapse, or incidents in chemical industries.
“In the past, there were instances where our personnel sustained serious injuries during major fire incidents. When it becomes impossible to enter due to high temperatures and dense smoke, these robots can be deployed to assess the situation and fight the fire,” said an official. He added that the robots would also help identify and safely evacuate individuals trapped in accidents.