Maharashtra’s first AI-driven intelligent traffic management system goes live on Mumbai-Pune Expressway
Mumbai/Pune, July 19, 2024: First AI-Based Traffic Intelligent Management System (ITMS) in Maharashtra has gone live on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Friday. It aims to streamline traffic and enhance road safety for vehicles and their occupants.
Key Features of the AI-Based Traffic Intelligent Management System:
- Automated Traffic Violation Detection: The system can automatically detect various traffic violations, facilitating the issuance of e-challans.
- Vehicle Plate Recognition: Enhances enforcement efficiency by quickly identifying violators.
- Improved Incident Response: Prompt identification and reporting of broken down vehicles to reduce prolonged traffic congestion.
- Extensive Surveillance: Over 200 AI-enabled CCTV cameras will monitor traffic along the 95-kilometer expressway.
The AI-Based Traffic Intelligent Management System will be monitored by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) from a control room located in Lonavala. This hi-tech system is expected to greatly reduce traffic-related issues and improve the driving experience on this iconic freeway. On a average, approximately 40,000 vehicles use the expressway daily, and the numbers goes up as high as 60,000 on weekends.
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Impact on Commuters
With the introduction of the AI-Based Traffic Intelligent Management System, commuters can expect:
- Enhanced Road Safety: Reduced accidents and quicker incident management.
- Efficient Traffic Flow: Less congestion and smoother travel.
- Better Regulation Enforcement: Increased adherence to traffic rules.
The implementation of the AI-Based Traffic Intelligent Management System (ITMS) is an important step towards modernizing traffic management on one of India’s first and the busiest expressways, ensuring safer and more efficient travel for all users.
Few expressways like the Bengaluru-Mysore Highway have already implemented this system and more will follow suite soon!
