In a significant move to enhance urban mobility, Gurgaon's Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) conducted a detailed review of two critical city junctions on Friday. This inspection is a key part of the ongoing Road Safety Month, observed throughout January 2026, aiming to tackle the twin challenges of congestion and accidents.
On-Ground Inspection at Key Junctions
The DCP (Traffic) personally visited the Artemis Red Light T-Point and Artemis Ambedkar Chowk, two of the city's busiest intersections. The primary goal was to identify the everyday problems commuters face and to devise effective strategies for smoother and safer travel. During the visit, the officer was accompanied by traffic staff, zonal officers, and field personnel.
Officials were directed to improve coordination with civil authorities on several fronts, including road engineering, proper signage, and ensuring smoother vehicular movement. Specific instructions were issued to enhance lane discipline, boost pedestrian safety measures, and improve overall visibility at these key locations, with special attention required during peak hours.
A Multi-Pronged Strategy for Safety
Emphasizing a holistic approach, the DCP stated that road safety cannot rely on enforcement alone. It requires robust support from infrastructure upgrades, technological integration, and active public cooperation. To this end, awareness initiatives are being rolled out across Gurgaon throughout the month, involving residents, drivers, educational institutions, and corporate offices.
The plan includes regular inspections of major crossings, accident-prone blind spots, and important road stretches to allow for timely corrective actions. Officials have been instructed to ensure continuous monitoring of surveillance systems and traffic control technology. This will help in quickly detecting violations and improving emergency response times.
Enforcement and Education Go Hand-in-Hand
While enforcement through challans will continue, there is a strong push to intensify awareness campaigns. The focus is on educating commuters about traffic rules, safe driving practices, and responsible road behaviour. Special outreach programmes are planned with schools, colleges, and private companies to instill a culture of safety from the ground up.
Officials believe that this combined focus on discipline, awareness, and inter-departmental coordination is expected to yield positive results. The initiative is strategically designed to reduce accident rates and significantly improve overall road safety in Gurgaon, making daily commutes less stressful and more secure for everyone.
