Traffic control system to be modernised
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26/05/2008
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Hindu (New Delhi)
In view of the 2010 Commonwealth Games, the Planning Commission has approved a plan outlay of Rs.200 crore for development and modernisation of the traffic control system of the Capital during 2007-12. Intelligent video cameras According to the Delhi police, there is a plan to install intelligent video cameras at all major traffic intersections, which would be connected to a central command and control centre through the Internet for transfer of video images. Apart from creation of the command centre equipped with a video wall, the police would also install an incident detection system to minimise the response time to traffic snarls. Besides, in-built enforcement system for various offences like signal jumping, lane violation and over speeding would also be developed. The police would also install variable message signs to inform commuters about current traffic situation. Rs.32-cr. earmarked For 2008-2009, Rs.32 crore has been earmarked for the project. The police have invited "Global Expression of Interest' for procurements. "We are in the process of finalising appointment of a consultant for the project who will guide us in examining the offers, prepare bid documents and also help us in getting the project implemented,' said a police officer. A major portion of the funds would be used mainly to create traffic infrastructure for the Commonwealth Games.