Biharsharif: Following a spate of road accidents that claimed more than 30 lives and left over 70 injured across Nalanda district in the past 15 days, the transport department has decided to introduce an Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) at major roads and accident-prone intersections. The initiative aims to curb rising fatalities through advanced technology.
AI-powered surveillance to be deployed
Under the ITMS, AI-powered surveillance systems and smart monitoring cameras will be installed at identified black spots and busy stretches. The goal is to improve traffic regulation and strengthen enforcement, reducing the reliance on manual policing.
Official statement
Nalanda district transport officer Ranjeet Kumar said the exercise is being carried out on the directions of the state transport commissioner. “Locations prone to accidents are being identified in detail. Busy stretches witnessing heavy vehicular movement and frequent violations are also being shortlisted for implementation of the system,” he stated on Friday.
How the system works
Officials explained that the AI-enabled system will monitor vehicle speed, detect violations, identify drivers through facial recognition, and support automatic e-challan generation. This will reduce dependence on manual enforcement and ensure quicker penalty processing.
Recent fatal accident prompts action
The decision follows a fresh fatal accident on Thursday evening, when Narendra Kumar (20) died after a speeding pickup van hit his motorcycle near Pachrukhi Mor under Khudaganj police station area. His cousin sustained critical injuries. Khudaganj SHO Durgesh Gahlot said the driver fled, leaving the vehicle behind, which was later seized by police.
The transport department aims to complete the identification of accident-prone zones within a week and begin installation of the system shortly thereafter. The ITMS is expected to significantly reduce traffic violations and improve road safety in Nalanda.
