The latest Amazon’s Ring Security Camera Drone is a new innovation by Jeff Bezos to further secure your homes. Arrays of these new innovations by Amazon not only make your stressful life comfortable but also secures it.
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What is now proved was once only imagined
William Blake
We, Humans, are Cherophobians
There is always a fear at the back of your mind that leaves you distraught at times, even if you want to enjoy:
The fear of the safety of the house when you are out on a trip or vacation.
The fear of well being of your old parents or children when you are not with them.
The fear of gas stove not closed, geyser or other electric points are not switched off while you leave for office and home is vacant
The fear of intrusion with the knock-in at some other part of your house in the middle of the night.
Amazon,s Ring Security Camera Drone
Amazon’s Ring Security Camera Drone solution
If Cherophobia is the question, Amazon’s Ring Security Camera Drone is the answer. This is actually a small drone with a camera fitted inside. It is designed to fly around the house and investigate the suspicious activity controlled by Alexa or the mobile App. You can control and can see the live streaming of your home sitting at a remote location through the mobile app. You can integrate this with your security system or set it on the motion detection setting to activate automatically once intrusion takes place, help is required or there is some unusual incident like a gas leak or fire.
Here’s the first look unveiled by Amazon on 25th Sept. The product will be available in 2021 and will be priced for $250
4 ways in which Ring Security Camera Drone be controlled/ activated?
It can be programmed for manual control where you pass on the instructions to navigate to rooms where ever you want to.
It can also be programmed for periodic surveillance. Initially, the house is mapped and it navigates just like your Robotic Vacuum Cleaners.
It can be integrated with Home Alarm System so in case of any trigger (like intrusion alarms, panic alarms, breakthrough or gas leaks, and fire) it activates and flies to the tentative site in your home.
It can also be integrated with Alexa and Google’s assistance and follow the instructions.
5 AmazingFeatures of Amazon’s Ring Security Camera Drone
It films in 1080p video
Like any other drone, it takes care of any barriers or bumps. Through home mapping, it can go around the barriers and shoot video.
It returns to the docking station in case the battery goes down. In this case, the view of the camera is blocked.
The propellers are well enclosed to protect them from any entangling with open handing or wires.
It makes a low humming sound to detect it is in motion.
Pros and Cons :
Amazon Ring combines the benefits of a drone and a surveillance camera system. You can keep an eye on your vacant home through your mobile even on your vacations. You will be always in touch with your loved ones. Think of a situation where your old parents or kids back home need to find something and they are unable to find. Through your mobile, you may control the path of drone and ask them to follow, thus guide them the right way.
The major downside that people anticipate, besides assurance from Amazon, is the breach of privacy. In case of an event, people would be encouraged to share the videos of your entire house with activities to Authorities. Miscreants may use this to shoot videos in neighbors.
Secondly, in the case of large houses or villas, you do not need the multiple integrated CCTV camera surveillance systems. A single-camera will keep all the vigil. Hence the overall cost of the entire system reduces. But in case anything happens to it, you will have nothing for surveillance till the system is repaired back. So, although you are saving on the cost you will be more dependent on Ring.
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With convenient controls and improved safety, Amazon’s ring security camera drone will give you complete peace of mind. Unveiling in 2021, this is a step ahead taken by Amazon in technological and security advancement It is truly a promising futuristic product by Amazon. For more updates on futuristic products that will trend in 2021, please read https://applianceslove.in/5-key-examples-of-home-appliances-will-trend-in-2021/
The following article gives you a detailed insight into How to use the Induction Stove. This will provide A to Z knowledge of Induction Cookers, right from the decision to buy, how to make it operational, troubleshooting it till how some recipes can be prepared using the Induction Cooktop.
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Induction Hob: How easy to use the Induction Stove with user friendly control Panel
1. First and Foremost
Before planning to purchase an Induction Cooker, keep in mind the following things:
A. Choice ofUtensils/ Pots
Since Induction cooking works on the principle of electromagnetic waves, any pot with a ferric (Iron) property is ideal for Induction Stove. The best way to identify the correct pot is by using a magnet. If a magnet sticks to it, it can work on induction Stove. Besides, magnetic property there are few other things that you should keep in mind for the kind of suitable and non-suitable pots required for Induction Cooking. Following diagram is the complete description for the kind of pots used on Induction Stove
Suitable pots for Induction Cooking
B. Place of Installation
Like any other cooking stove placed in your kitchen, the Induction stove is also required to be installed on a leveled horizontal place to prevent the cooking pot tumbling down with at least 10cm from its sides and back to the wall. Further, it should be placed near to the electric socket and at a distance from the Gas stove. Never use the Induction stove on Carpet, Bed, Table Cloth, or tissue as these may block the Air Vents resulting in excessive heat within the unit. Further, never place on any metallic platform also.
2. Step – by – Step usage
Please note that the basic functions and operations are the same for all induction cookers but the placement of keys and number of functions may vary model to model.
Step 1
Insert the Induction Stove plug in the socket and switch it “ON”. Please check the health of socket and plug before inserting to avoid any sparks.
Step 2
Clean the Induction Top glass with a dry cloth to remove any dust/ stains. Dust or stains may reduce the efficiency while cooking.
Step 3
Place the cooking pot with food item to be cooked. Do not start the Induction stove with empty pot.
Step 4
“Power On” the induction stove by pressing Start button on the control panel of the stove
Step 5
Select the preset cooking mode on the control panel to achieve the desired results automatically or manually adjust the timing and temperature as per your requirements.
More About Functionson Induction Stove
Timer function
On Timer/ Preset Function
There are two kinds of Timer Functions- ON TIMER & PRESETS. Whereas, ON TIMER is used to define the time duration you require to cook a dish, PRESET is used to set your timing before you cook
Variable Power Function: Based on what you are cooking and how you are cooking, the power rating and timing duration can be adjusted manually. The following three functions describe the same.
Fry Function
While working, press this function. The panel shows the figure in degrees. The default is usually 220 degrees but you can adjust both temperature and timing duration through the Timer button as per your need.
Curry Function
While working, press this function. The panel shows the figure in degrees. The default is usually 240 degrees but you can adjust both temperature and timing duration through the Timer button as per your need.
Fixed Power Function: Based on what you are cooking, the power rating and timing duration cannot be adjusted manually. Theses are basically Preset Functions that are programmed in the logic. following four functions describe the same
Rice Mode Function
This function is ideal for making Rice, Biryani, Pulao etc. While working, press this function. The panel shows 1300 watts. The power is fixed and you cannot adjust it. You can choose 1 min to 24 hours for choosing the time as per the requirement.
Milk Mode Function
This function is ideal for heating and boiling milk, tea, kheer etc. While working, press this function. The panel shows 600 watts. The power is fixed and you cannot adjust it. You can choose 1 min to 24 hours for choosing the time as per the requirement.
Water Mode Function
This function is ideal for heating and boiling water etc. While working, press this function. The panel shows 1800 watts. The power is fixed and you cannot adjust it. You can choose 1 min to 24 hours for choosing the time as per the requirement.
Soup Mode Function
This function is ideal for preparing soup, dal etc. While working, press this function. The panel shows 1400 watts. The power is fixed and you cannot adjust it. You can choose 1 min to 24 hours for choosing the time as per the requirement.
Supplementary Function: To provide additional experience to users and to differentiate the models, manufacturers use supplementary functions. A few of these features/ Functions are described below.
Voltage Checker: While working, press this button to know the voltage at which the stove is working. You may press again to know the voltage consumed.
Child Lock: Press this button to lock all other keys so that nothing operates. Long press this button again to unlock the keys.
Keep Warm: This helps to keep the cooked food warm. It operates at 600 watts and you can set the timer from 1 min to 24 hours.
3. Troubleshooting
What if the induction cooker is not working?No worries! The diagnostics are as simple as the product itself. Just follow the guidelines below in case you face a problem.
Problem Faced
Action Required
Error Code: Mostly manufacturers have embedded ‘E0‘ or Beeps (or check the user manual of your product). This indicates the cooking pot is not placed on the stove
The beauty of this product is that it will not work unless and until the right cooking pot is not placed over it. So, when you switch it ON without placing the right pot and there is an error code, you just simply need to place it in the right position. The type of pot also plays an important role. If the pot is not compatible, the same error code will be shown since as per stove there is no pot placed on it
Error Code: Mostly manufacturers have embedded ‘E1 &E2‘(or check the user manual of your product). This indicates the input voltage is not under the range. Either it is too low or too high.
To prevent the internal circuitry from electricity surges, the induction cooker cuts itself from the external voltage source and gives you an indication regarding the same. In this case, wait for correct voltage input or try some other socket. Switch ON the induction cooker after some time. Also, check the proper earthing at the power-point. The voltage between the earth point and Neutral should be less than 8V. This is important to prevent the shock and to prevent the circuitry from burning and ensure the long life of your equipment
Error Code: Mostly manufacturers have embedded ‘E3′ (or check the user manual of your product). This indicates the temperature of the pot is too high.
This is extra protection given in Induction Stove. It prevents the dry pot or empty vessel from further heating. As soon as it senses the extra temperature from the pot, it cuts off the further flow of electricity in the system and hence ceases to heat further. This will prevent the pot from any damage in case left unattended over the stove. Switch off the induction, place the pot again with cooking material and switch on. The induction is ready to work again.
Error Code: Manufacturers have embedded many other codes that indicates the malfunctioning within the system in the circuitry
These are the cases when there is an open or short circuit in the electrical ecology within the system. This may be from any printed circuit board, coil, or panel. Most of the time there is a problem with the IGBT on the circuit, which requires replacement. In all the issues like these, you need to consult your service guys for rectification of the problem.
Fault Diagnostics
4. Exciting and Exceptional cooking experience!!
This gadget is truly worthwhile. Its features give a different and exciting cooking experience. The following are it’s few features that explain its uniqueness from its counterpart.
A. Cool Touch Cooking: The surface of the induction stove is not hot while and post-cooking. Cool surface means that it will dissipate less head to surroundings. Besides conserving energy, it saves you from getting burnt. This can be well explained through the following video. Watch it till last and you will realize that cooking on induction will not burn your money.
B. Better User Experience: Users showed a better review for cooking on the Induction Stove than a Gas Stove. The outmost reason being the convenience of cooking and maintaining the equipment.
User Reactions while using Gas Stove and Induction Cooker
C. Energy Efficient: Induction stove dispenses heat only to vessel. There is minimal heat loss. Cooking through Induction has a cool ambient. Thus it saves energy loss while working and is best suited than its counterpart. This is the reason it is used in keeping the food warm in Restaurants where AC is also working.
D. Portable: Being compact, these induction stoves can be used anywhere as per your convenience provided that it is kept on a flat leveled surface and has a power-point in its vicinity. Alternately to the kitchen, they can be used while watching your favorite show on Television, in the backyard while you are carrying out gardening, etc. Watch how Chad & Jenny has modified their 2020 van tour on Promaster converted with bed, TV, refrigerator, and Induction Cooker to do their dishes!
Chad & Jenny using Induction for cooking in their modified Promaster
E. Cost Saving: You save up to$400annually just by changing the cooking habit to Induction Stove. You may explore more regardingthe cost at Induction Stove Power- The cheapest option.
5. Fun with cooking.
Quick and simple recipes on Induction Stove
Get some fast and exciting recipes with the help of Induction Cooker. If you are living away from your home in a hostel or PG and want a fast cooked dishes, here are some examples:
A. Scrambled EggswithAvocados
A perfect breakfast example. With accurate and fineness, induction cookers presents you with perfect cooked eggs for your breakfast.
Ingredients
2 eggs.
3 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 chopped green pepper
1/2 cup milk
1/2 diced avocado
small cut pieces of onion and tomato
Salt and pepper to taste.
Clean and plug-in the induction cooker. Put olive oil in the skillet and place it over the induction cooker. Press the ‘Start’ button to start the induction stove. Heat the oil at medium manual setting. Add the chopped green pepper to oil and keep it for 2-3 mins.
Meanwhile, break the eggs in the bowl and whisk well in combination with the small cut onion and tomato. Pour milk in the mixing bowl and whisk again till its color changes to light yellow. Put salt and pepper to taste. Now put this mixture in the skillet and heat. Move the pan so that the egg mixture spreads within the pan. Fry and mix well so that egg becomes fluffy and breaks in small pieces. Now add Avocado and further heat. Switch off the induction once you see cooked scrambled eggs.
Serve with Whole grain bread and Ketchup.
B. Vegetable Soup
For all the soup lovers, here is the quick easy way to prepare one.
Ingredients
1 chopped onion (medium size)
2 chopped carrots.
Minced Clove and Garlic
1 can Vegetable broth (Chicken Broth in case of chicken soup)
1/2 cup of Tomato Puree
3 diced Potatoes
1/2 cup bay leaves and thyme
1/2 cup chopped Parsley.
1/2 cup chopped beans
3/4 cup boiled corn
1 cup peas.
Salt and Pepper as per taste
2 tbsp Olive Oil
Heat olive oil in a large pot on medium heat (or a soup mode or 1400 watt) and add onions and carrots. After 3-4 minutes add garlic and clove. Pour in broth and subsequently add tomato puree, potatoes, parsley, bay leaves, thyme. Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
Add green beans. About 10 – 15 minutes, add corn and peas and cook 5 minutes longer. For flavor, you may also add some dried herbs. Add some cream over it. The soup is ready for 6-7 servings. Serve with bread crumbs.
C. Other Dishes that You can try
You can cook following dishes with lesser time that it takes on Gas Stove.
Instant Noodles like Maggi
Chicken Stew.
Boiled Eggs
Fish Fingers
Lemon Rice
Idli
Chappatis
Poha
6. Summary
By now you may be well versed with how to use the induction stove. You may use the preset cooking modes or do it manually. Be it in any shape and size, the basic functionality remains the same.
Special Mention: The primary worry of family members whose working or studying members are staying away from them all alone is how will they manage cooking. So when they are departing from you, ensure to pack an Induction stove with them. With so many advantages and convenience of using, they will always memorize you while cooking.
Thanks for reading, please let me know in case I can help you with more functions or work-ability of Induction Stoves. You may write to me in comments below for any information.
Can you believe that money spent on Induction stove power is far less than that spent on cooking with the Gas stove? You can save up to INR 30,000 annually just by switching to an induction cooker.
Induction Stove vs Gas Stove: Consumers are utilizing Induction Stove Power as it vies with older peer – Gas Stove, for saving money while cooking. If we compare Induction Cooker Electricity Consumption, it is economical than what we spend in comparison to cooking through LPG/PNG gas stoves. Subsequently, to a large extent, it will impact the overall economy of the country also in its segment.
Induction Cooker for Atamnirbhar Bharat
Front runners of our industries and people of India are sincerely looking forward to self-reliance. The Government should work for shifting the manufacturing base of Induction cookers to our country and make the availability of products cheaper and accessible to masses on a fast track.
But Why…….
To justify what I am saying and to have a better understanding, I have divided this context into four broad divisions.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is a petroleum by-product. As per 2010 census, the following was the breakup of fuel used for cooking by 24.67 cr households in India
0.3% don’t cook
49% used firewood, 8.9% used crop residue, 8.0% used Cow-dung cakes, 0.4% used bio-gas
1.5% used coal, charcoal and lignite.
2.9% used Kerosene.
28.6% used LPG/ PNG
0.1% used electricity
0.5% used other sources
As per statistics, in the year 2018-2019, India consumed close to 25 million tonnes of LPG. This is claimed to be 52% higher than what it was in the year 2013. The credit for this rise goes to the PM Ujjwala scheme launched in 2016. As per government data, households in 714 districts benefited by 72 million new connections. Now the problem is, grown LPG connection has sparked India’s import of LPG. 13 million tonnes of LPG was imported in the year to March 2019 and has further grown.
Year wise comparative figure of LPG import and effects on Self reliance
As per a research analyst at Wood Mackenzie, Aman Verma, the phenomenal growth in LPG usage will reduce India’s self-sufficiency of LPG to 42% in 2025 from about 70% in 2013. The other cheaper option of gas is also available in form of PNG. Click to know the difference between LPG and PNG
All said and done, but the question is, how do – I save money by using induction stove power
Exquisite Induction cookers to make your kitchen look modern
Now we shall further study an apple-to-apple comparison of energy consumed through LPG combustion and energy consumed utilizing Induction stove power for cooking. There is no direct simple formula to compare spending on both products. So some units need to be converted to bring both the products on the same platform for comparison.
As per Electric Power Research Institute, Sacramento, CA, on average 90% of converted energy is transferred to food in case of Induction cooking whereas only 40% is transferred in case of Gas in a controlled environment.
Types of Burner on Gas Stove
Gas power (in BTU/hr)
Electric Power (in Watts)
Small
5000
800
Medium
9000
1400
Large
12000
1900
Extra- Large
15000
2400
Commercial
>= 18000
>=2900
Equivalent power of Gas and Electric Heating
For calculation purposes, I am taking into account – Large burner of LPG Stove and its equivalent 8″ coil of Induction stove with a power rating of 2000 watts. Once understood the calculations, readers may experiment with other burner types in the stove and their equivalent power in the induction cooker.
Time for Cooking (Induction Stove vs Gas Stove):
This is extremely important to know through the proven fact that due to high efficiency, the Induction cooker takes almost half the time to heat the same object of the same quantity to the same temperature in the same vessel than a gas stove. One such example is beautifully crafted by Dean Sharp in his video
Dean Sharp explaining the efficiency of Induction Cookers as compared to stoves through his YouTube Channel The House Whisperer
Let’s get down to calculations
A) Cost of cooking on LPG
Indian households use standard LPG cylinders which weighs 14.2 Kgs that have 659.6KBTU.
If a unit cylinder costs rupees ‘x’. 1KBTU will cost x/659.6.
A large burner taken in our calculation consumes 12 KBTU in an hour (refer table above).
So in an hour of cooking on the large burner will cost us Rupees (x/659.6)*12 or .018x
B) Cost of cooking on Induction Cooker
8”, 2KW induction cooker consumes 2 units per 60 mins.
If we are using an induction cooker for the same purpose as heating the same stuff as in point A above, it will accomplish the task in 34 mins. So if we calculate, 1.13 units are used.
We need to take into account the per unit charge at the point of consumption and multiply it with 1.13 to calculate the cost.
Both the costs are not static and vary from state to state within a region. To better understand the InductionCooktop vs Gas Cost in India. Let’s take examples of two different states and calculate the cost to have a better understanding of savings
Case Study of cost-saving for people of Punjab
Cost of non- subsidized LPG per household
The landing cost of the LPG cylinder (Average of Jan ’20, Feb’20, and Mar’20)= Rs. 841.75
Consumption per hour= Rs. 15.31 (refer formula above => 0.018x)
If a household is using LPG for cooking for 4 hours per day for 30 days, the total cost to customers is Rs. 1818 per month.
Cost of using Induction stove power for same usage as LPG per household
Slabs on basis of unit consumption
0 to 30
31 to 50
51 to 100
101 to 300
301 to 500
> 500
Slab-wise household consumption (%)
9
14
34
37
5
1
Slab-wise per unit rate ( in Indian Rs.)
4.99
4.99
4.99
6.59
7.2
7.41
Unit electricity consumption pattern for the state of Punjab
If a household switches itself to induction cooking. For 30 days it will start consuming extra electricity
34 mins is converted to 0.57 hrs.
Total number of hours per day equivalent to 4 hours of LPG usage =0.57*4 = 2.27 hrs/day
For 30 days = 68 hrs/ month
Consumption of induction stove power in month @ 2KwH= 68 x 2 =135.5 Kwh
Once a customer starts using induction cooker he will be pushed to next slabs in some cases so final consumption patter will come out to be
Slabs on basis of unit consumption
0 to 30
31 to 50
51 to 100
101 to 300
301 to 500
> 500
Slab-wise household consumption (%)
9
14
34
37
5
1
Slab-wise per unit rate ( in Indian Rs.)
6.59
6.59
6.59
7.2
7.41
7.41
Unit electricity consumption will increase for the household if he starts using induction and will be pushed to the next level of the slab
Weighted average for state comes out to be 6.86 units per household
The variable charges thus calculated as:
Rate=Rs.6.86/ unit
Units consumed by Induction in 34 mins=1.13 units
Equivalent to 4 hrs a day as in case of gas= 4 times a day
Total variable charges= 6.86 x 1.13 x 4 x 30 =Rs. 930 per month
There is also a fixed charge in the state on the basis of the sanctioned load. If we take it as 3KW an additional Rs. 135 is charged by the electricity board. If we assume there are 5 products in the house that take a heavy load, induction will take a pie of Rs. 27 in fixed cost
Hence total charges for Induction stove electricity consumption comes out to be
=> 930 + 27 = Rs. 957 per month
Case Study of cost-saving for people of Tamil Nadu
Cost of non- subsidized LPG per household
The landing cost of the LPG cylinder (Average of Jan ’20, Feb’20, and Mar’20)= Rs. 832.5
Consumption per hour= Rs. 15.14 (refer formula above => 0.018x)
If a household is using LPG for cooking for 4 hours per day for 30 days, the total cost to customers is Rs. 1817 per month.
Cost of using Induction stove power for same usage as LPG per household
Slabs on basis of unit consumption
0 to 30
31 to 50
51 to 100
101 to 300
301 to 500
> 500
Slab-wise household consumption (%)
14
19
34
30
2
1
Slab-wise per unit rate ( in Indian Rs.)
0
0
0
3.5
4.6
6.6
Unit electricity consumption pattern for the state of Tamil Nadu
If a household switches itself to induction cooking. For 30 days it will start consuming extra electricity
34 mins is converted to 0.57 hrs.
Total number of hours per day equivalent to 4 hours of LPG usage =0.57*4 = 2.27 hrs/day
For 30 days = 68 hrs/ month
Consumption of Induction stove power in month @ 2KwH= 68 x 2 =135.5 Kwh
Once a customer starts using induction cooker he will be pushed to next slabs in some cases so final consumption patter will come out to be
Slabs on basis of unit consumption
0 to 30
31 to 50
51 to 100
101 to 300
301 to 500
> 500
Slab-wise household consumption (%)
14
19
34
30
2
1
Slab-wise per unit rate ( in Indian Rs.)
3.5
3.5
3.5
4.6
6.6
6.6
Unit electricity consumption will increase for the household if he starts using induction and will be pushed to the next level of the slab
Weighted average for state comes out to be 3.92 units per household
The variable charges thus calculated as:
Rate=Rs. 3.92/ unit
Units consumed by Induction in 34 mins=1.13 units
Equivalent to 4 hrs a day as in case of gas= 4 times a day
Total variable charges= 3.92 x 1.13 x 4 x 30 =Rs. 532 per month
There is also a fixed charge in the state. Considering, bimonthly slab of 501 and above plus assuming 1 service on basis of sanctioned load, additional Rs.20 is charged by electricity board. If we assume there are 5 products in house that take heavy load, induction will take a pie of Rs. 4 in fixed cost.
Hence total charges for Induction stove electricity consumption comes out to be
=> 532 + 4 = Rs. 536 per month
Comparative study of two states (Induction stove vs Gas stove)
All costs in (Indian Rupees)
States
Cost of cooking on LPG
Cost of cooking on Induction
Total Saving
Punjab
1818
957
861
Tamil Nadu
1817
536
1281
Average household that would be saving just by changing the cooking habits to Induction based.
Intresting!!
Want to know the statistics in your state? Have a look for Induction cooktop vs gas cost in India
State/ UT
LPG Average Rate
Monthly Cost with LPG cooking
Electricity Average Rate
Monthly cost
with Induction cooking
Total Saving
All-India Averages
859.09
1876
5.21
720
1155
Ladakh
1043.5
2278
2
271
2007
J&K
883.75
1929
2
271
1658
Daman & Diu
854
1864
1.79
243
1622
Sikkim
969.25
2116
4.68
643
1473
Manipur
958.75
2093
4.61
661
1432
Mizoram
958.5
2093
4.61
661
1431
Dadar Nagar Havelli
796.5
1739
2.4
326
1412
Goa
820
1790
2.82
387
1403
Andaman & Nicobar
888
1939
3.98
558
1381
Chattisgarh
866.75
1892
3.98
548
1345
Arunachal Pradesh
852.25
1861
4
542
1318
Jharkhand
864.25
1887
4.25
591
1295
Tamil Nadu
832.5
1817
3.92
536
1282
Uttranchal
831.25
1815
3.84
536
1279
Meghalaya
876.25
1913
4.5
640
1273
Tripura
977
2133
6.37
871
1262
Himachal Pradesh
853.25
1863
4.97
688
1175
Puducherry
822
1795
4.6
632
1163
Gujarat
793.75
1733
4.4
602
1131
Chandigarh
820
1790
4.88
680
1110
Delhi
805.5
1759
4.8
661
1098
Odisha
840.5
1835
5.38
742
1093
Madhya Pradesh
858
1873
6.34
876
997
Haryana
807.25
1762
5.48
781
981
Nagaland
829.75
1811
6.13
831
980
Uttar Pradesh
833.5
1820
6.08
890
929
Bihar
909.5
1986
7.82
1068
917
Kerala
806.25
1760
6.2
852
908
Punjab
841.75
1838
6.86
957
880
Telangana
874.25
1909
7.56
1032
877
Karnataka
813.5
1776
6.9
936
840
Andhra Pradesh
832.5
1817
7.24
982
836
West Bengal
851
1858
7.75
1051
807
Rajasthan
812.75
1774
7.42
1054
720
Maharastra
814.5
1778
8.24
1132
646
Assam
835.25
1823
8.85
1200
623
Let’s recollect and summarise the assumption in the calculation:
Rate of LPG cylinder is taken as an average for months of Jan ’20, Feb’20, and Mar’20 in respective states. The price for standard 14.2 kg LPG CYLINDER is taken.
The calculation is based on a large burner with 12KBTU/HR. this makes a total of 1440 kBtu per month and this implies we require 2.1 cylinders that don’t qualify for the subsidiary. But even if we consider subsidiary and deduct Rs. 250 from the pricing of LPG on the contrary, the induction cooker is still an economical choice.
The highest slabs of electricity are considered, No subsidies considered while calculating the Induction stove electricity consumption
Not much to make you understand what is economical
Benefits for Individual: As evident from the table above, an average Indian household may savearound Rs. 5000- Rs. 30000 annuallyjust by switching the cooking habits from conventional gas cooktops to Induction cookers. This is like investing in money market funds but with Zero risks.
2. Benefits for Nation: There are approx. 25 crore households in India, even if 15% of these households switch their cooking habits to an induction cooker, it will help to induce 50k crores in the Indian economy annually. For such a huge demand, this industry can grow to 11k cr with almost 1.5 sets per household. In addition to this, in times when induction cookers will be produced locally, it will certainly boost employment for such a big industry. This will further help in “Atamnirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan”
Analyzing the top 10 states where the ratio of cost of LPG is comparatively higher than that of Induction stove electricity consumption, 8 states are the hilly or remote states. The scope of converting customers in these states is highest as compared to other parts. So organizations promoting Induction Cookers should not miss this opportunity. More and more companies can seek this opportunity.
The scope of principle of Induction has gone beyond stoves to other appliances like electric kettles.
Frequently Asked Questions
One most common question people ask in Hindi regarding Induction stove electricity consumption is: “Bijli zyada lagti hogi? Baat to vahin aa jaati hogi?” (It would consume more electricity. So cost wise there would be no difference) has been well answered with examples and the difference shown. So Induction Stove Power, in all ways, is a cheaper option to use in cooking.
References
The understanding of residential electricity consumption (REC) in India has been taken from:
(a) Publicly available data from government agencies
