In a major push to curb road accidents and enforce traffic discipline, the Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned significant funds for a statewide upgrade of its traffic monitoring and enforcement infrastructure. The approvals, announced by officials on Sunday, December 8, 2025, encompass a wide array of measures including advanced CCTV networks, interceptor vehicles, and electronic enforcement devices.
Major Investments in Surveillance and Simulation
The state transport and traffic authorities have received financial sanctions for several key proposals. A substantial sum of ₹4.96 crore has been earmarked for installing CCTV cameras at major intersections in the state capital, Lucknow. Furthermore, an allocation of ₹3.10 crore is set for integrated CCTV camera systems in Moradabad and Ballia districts.
Beyond surveillance, the government is also investing in training and technical equipment. A sanction of ₹1.28 crore has been approved for truck simulators and other technical gear for the Bus and Truck Training Establishment (BTTE) units, aiming to improve driver training standards.
Statewide Rollout of Enforcement Technology
A critical part of the plan involves deploying electronic enforcement devices across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. The government has decided to install these devices in 25 high-risk districts through the District Road Safety Committee (DRSC). For this purpose, the Transport Department and Traffic Directorate have received ₹25 crore, which translates to ₹1 crore per district.
For the remaining 50 districts, an additional ₹25 crore has been sanctioned, providing ₹50 lakh per district to bolster their enforcement capabilities. This widespread deployment is expected to automate challan generation for violations like speeding and signal jumping.
Interceptor Vehicles and Motion Sensors
The fleet of interceptor vehicles, crucial for chasing and penalizing traffic offenders, is also getting a boost. Officials informed that in the 2024-25 fiscal, ₹19.95 crore was approved for interceptor vehicles and associated equipment. Of this, approximately ₹17.15 crore was utilized to procure 70 interceptor vehicles.
Additionally, a sum of ₹14.05 crore has been cleared for the acquisition of 18 motion sensors. To enhance their effectiveness, the department has submitted new proposals for constructing dedicated platforms and additional infrastructure for these sensors.
Comprehensive Equipment Procurement Drive
The Traffic Directorate is undertaking a massive procurement drive to equip its personnel on the ground. The shopping list includes:
- 4,500 iron barriers and 4,525 folding barriers.
- 7,200 safety helmets and 8,000 fluorescent jackets for personnel safety.
- 270 breathalysers and 85 speed laser guns for detecting drunk driving and speeding.
- 15 four-wheeled and 62 two-wheeled interceptor vehicles.
The total cost for this procurement is estimated at ₹25 crore.
Focus on Awareness and Infrastructure
Recognizing that enforcement alone is not enough, the government has also sanctioned revenue schemes worth over ₹2.10 crore dedicated to road safety awareness. This fund will be used for promoting traffic rules, the e-challan system, installing signage boards, ensuring internet services for smooth operations, equipment repair, mobile recharge, and running public awareness campaigns.
This multi-pronged approach, combining high-tech surveillance, robust enforcement, and public education, underscores the Uttar Pradesh government's commitment to making its roads safer for all citizens and significantly bringing down the number of accidents.
