Traffic rule offenders in Ludhiana might have been evading detection, but this will soon be a thing of the past. The 'third eye network' of the Police Commissionerate has been strengthened, ensuring no mercy for traffic violators. High-resolution cameras are being installed on city roads to capture offenders and their violations. Once the address of the violator is extracted from the vehicle registration number, a challan will be sent to their house via speed post.
Currently, three to four e-challan points are operational in the city. However, the Commissioner has decided to expand the ambit of the e-challan to 44 new points, mainly at busy intersections with high vehicle density and frequent violations. This expansion aims to decrease road accidents, as Ludhiana has a high rate of daily road mishaps, and to prevent traffic chaos at busy intersections by deterring commuters from committing traffic offenses.
High-Resolution Cameras and Smart City Project
ADCP (Traffic) Gurpreet Purewal revealed that the Municipal Corporation, Ludhiana, is installing cameras under the Smart City project. These high-resolution cameras will serve as a deterrent to traffic offenders by covering all four directions at selected points. The project will be completed in phases, with 18 points covered in the first phase. Cameras have already been installed at four places, and all 18 points will be operational within a week or two, allowing e-challans to start reaching offenders' homes.
E-Challan Process and Enforcement
The cameras will be connected to the Police Control Room (PCR). Upon detecting a violation, the PCR will alert traffic police officials to initiate e-challan proceedings. The challan will include a payment link for fine settlement. If an offender ignores the e-challan despite receiving it via speed post or notification through SMS or other communication mediums, the traffic police will inform the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), who may summon the offender to court.
Initial Coverage Points
Under the first phase, the following 18 points in Ludhiana will be covered:
Jagraon Bridge
Durga Mata Mandir
Bhaiwala Chowk
Kaka Marriage Palace
Dana Mandi Chowk
Janta Nagar
Vardhman
Police Colony Jamalpur
Veer Palace
Jamalpur Chowk
Dholewal Chowk
Pahwa Chowk
Mall Road
Hero Bakery Chowk
Saggu Chowk
Mint Gumri Chowk, Ferozepur Road
Lodhi Club Road Chowk
This initiative is expected to significantly improve road safety and traffic order in Ludhiana by ensuring that traffic violations are promptly detected and penalized.
Note: This information is based on reports and statements from Ludhiana's traffic authorities. Always refer to official sources for the latest updates.
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