To improve their control over vehicular movement and offer instant support for people travelling, the Chandigarh Traffic Police are going to introduce new software. It will enable citizens to notify problems with road usage when needed by calling or connecting online through designated channels.
The upcoming software will address a range of traffic scenarios, including congestion, diversion routes, accidents, and waterlogging. Commuters will be able to directly report issues to a central server at the police control and command centre, enabling swift and efficient responses.
A key feature of the new system is the continuous monitoring of all traffic junctions, conditions, and the live locations of traffic officers on duty. In case of traffic congestion, the system will automatically alert the control room, dispatching the nearest traffic officer to the scene. To facilitate quick responses, tablets have been provided to traffic officers, allowing them to receive real-time alerts and issue e-challans directly from their devices.
The Chandigarh Traffic Police is also collaborating with Google to improve traffic management. Google will integrate real-time updates on congestion and road closures into the new software, using artificial intelligence to monitor driving patterns and provide revised daily traffic plans. This collaboration aims to keep commuters informed about disruptions and help the traffic police manage flow more effectively.
Senior Superintendent of Police (Traffic) Sumer Pratap Singh emphasized the project’s potential benefits. “Our goal is to streamline traffic congestion in the city. We are currently in the initial stages, as the software is being developed for comprehensive integration across all traffic junctions,” he explained.
With 1,500 traffic officers policing 114 square kilometres and 105 traffic intersections, Chandigarh stands to gain a great deal from this technical development. The combination of Google’s AI-driven insights and real-time updates is anticipated to offer a comprehensive solution to the traffic problems facing the city.
The program demonstrates the traffic police’s dedication to implementing cutting-edge technology to enhance urban transportation. Response times will be shortened and traffic laws will be more successfully enforced by tracking real-time whereabouts and instantly issuing e-challans.
Residents should anticipate a more responsive and effective traffic management system as the project moves forward. The introduction of this software is anticipated to significantly improve Chandigarh’s everyday travel for the benefit of both locals and tourists.
The anticipation for the launch of this new system is high, with further updates on its development and implementation eagerly awaited.
