Strategic Initiatives and Technological Integration Aimed at Alleviating Congestion Woes”
Pune News: In response to escalating concerns over traffic congestion plaguing Pune city, the Pune Police have unveiled a comprehensive “master plan” designed to tackle immediate challenges while charting a course for sustainable solutions over the next two decades.
Led by Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, the initiative encompasses a multi-pronged approach that includes strategic planning, technology integration, and intensified enforcement measures.
The initiative was launched following a strategic meeting convened at the Police Commissionerate, which brought together key stakeholders from various authorities, including the Collector, Municipal Commissioner, Metro, PMRDA, and Smart City authorities. Responding to a petition filed in the High Court highlighting traffic woes, the police submitted an affidavit outlining measures to address the issue, focusing on the removal of traffic bottlenecks, adherence to Indian Road Congress (IRC) standards in infrastructure development, and targeted interventions to alleviate congestion hotspots.
Immediate actions include restrictions on heavy vehicle movement within the city, identification, and enhancement of traffic-prone areas, and the implementation of urgent measures to tackle congestion.
Under the guidance of Additional Commissioner of Police Manoj Patil and Deputy Commissioner of Police Rohidas Pawar, 15 major roads and intersections have been earmarked for improvement in the initial phase.
Furthermore, an extensive training program is underway for all police officers, staff, and traffic wardens to enhance regulatory capabilities and promote traffic discipline.
Leveraging cutting-edge technology, the police plan to deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems to optimize traffic flow at major intersections, with advanced signal systems incorporating laser and radar technology to dynamically adjust signal timings based on real-time traffic conditions.
To bolster enforcement efforts, CCTV surveillance will be utilized to monitor traffic violations, with a focus on offenses such as triple riding, wrong-way driving, and non-compliance with safety regulations. Additionally, stringent action will be taken against the misuse of parking spaces for commercial purposes under the ‘MRTP’ Act.
The unveiling of this comprehensive strategy underscores the Pune Police’s unwavering commitment to addressing the city’s traffic challenges comprehensively, through a combination of strategic planning, technological innovation, and robust enforcement measures aimed at enhancing overall traffic management and road safety.
