Context: India has launched its first AI-powered traffic management system on Delhi’s Dwarka Expressway and NH-48, utilising AI cameras and real-time alerts to monitor traffic, detect violations, and enhance road safety.
AI-Powered Traffic Management System
- Launched Location: Dwarka Expressway and part of National Highway 48 (NH-48) in Delhi.
- Implemented By: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) under its Digital Highways initiative.
- Technology Used: Artificial Intelligence-powered Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS).
Components of the System
- 110 high-resolution PTZ cameras for real-time surveillance.
- AI-based Automatic Incident Detection (AID)
- Automated Enforcement System for detecting rule violations.
- Variable Message Sign Boards (VMS) to provide real-time information to commuters.
- Speed Detection Radars and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR)
- Central Command and Control Centre for traffic data analysis and decision-making.
Key Functions
- Real-time monitoring of traffic flow and congestion.
- Automatic detection of accidents, stopped vehicles, wrong-way driving, and traffic rule violations.
- Immediate alerts to authorities for rapid response.
- Automated challans (penalty notices) for violators.
Goals and Impact
- Enhance road safety and traffic efficiency.
- Reduce manual enforcement and human error.
- Support the development of smart, digital highways across India.
Broader Vision
- Part of NHAI’s goal is to equip over 5,000 km of National Highways with digital infrastructure and AI-enabled traffic systems.