Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Thekkady has installed a wind turbine to generate power for real-time monitoring cameras and Wi-Fi connectivity within its forests.

The PTR East Division comprises 17 forest sections where mobile network connectivity is currently unavailable.

Until now, these sections have relied on solar power for wireless communication and for operations at the forest section offices.

However, the foggy climate and heavy rain often impede efficiency of these solar panels.