Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launched Phase-I of Mohali’s City Surveillance and Traffic Management
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Unveils Advanced City Surveillance and Traffic Management System in Mohali
In a significant move to enhance public safety and curb traffic violations in Mohali, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurated Phase-I of the city’s Surveillance and Traffic Management System. Developed at a cost of Rs 21.60 crore, this state-of-the-art initiative is designed to make Mohali a safer, crime-free city by leveraging cutting-edge technology to streamline urban security and traffic flow.
The launch marks a major step toward improving law enforcement through advanced surveillance tools and automated systems, all integrated into a centralized command center.
The Vision Behind the Surveillance and Traffic Management System
At the heart of the project is the Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC), located in Sector-79 of Mohali. The system integrates 351 high-resolution CCTV cameras strategically placed across 17 critical junctions in Mohali. These cameras provide 24/7 surveillance, ensuring real-time monitoring of public spaces and roads, contributing significantly to crime prevention and traffic management.
According to CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, the goal of this initiative is to enhance public safety, prevent traffic violations, and support effective law enforcement using AI-driven surveillance systems. The system is also designed to provide seamless management of the city’s traffic, promoting smooth and efficient transportation within the region.
Advanced Features for Better Traffic Management
The newly launched system incorporates AI-based monitoring and a range of high-tech features aimed at ensuring law compliance and smoother traffic flow. Key components of the system include:
- 175 Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras: These cameras automatically read and record vehicle number plates, helping identify violators and track vehicles.
- 50 Red Light Violation Detection (RLVD) cameras: These cameras capture instances of vehicles running red lights, triggering automatic fines.
- 92 Bullet Cameras for general surveillance: Positioned throughout Mohali, these cameras contribute to comprehensive monitoring of public spaces.
- 18 PTZ (Pan, Tilt, and Zoom) Cameras: These cameras offer enhanced flexibility for real-time adjustments and focused monitoring in critical areas.
- Speed Violation Detection: Specialized cameras at key locations identify vehicles exceeding speed limits, ensuring safer roads for commuters.
A key feature of this initiative is the automated e-challan system, integrated with the VAHAN and SARATHI databases by the National Informatics Centre (NIC). This system automatically generates e-challans for traffic violations such as speeding, red-light jumping, and helmetless riding, among others. With this feature in place, the system generates 5,000 to 6,000 challans per day, significantly improving traffic enforcement.
Impact on Public Safety and Traffic Compliance
The Punjab government is optimistic that this surveillance and traffic management system will not only curb traffic violations but will also play a crucial role in enhancing public safety. By providing real-time data and immediate enforcement, the system ensures that violators are penalized swiftly and fairly.
This AI-driven approach also minimizes human errors and interference, ensuring a more efficient and transparent method of law enforcement. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann emphasized that the system would be a critical tool in maintaining law and order in a rapidly growing city like Mohali, which is increasingly becoming a hub for IT, commerce, and residential development.
Future Plans for Phase-II of the Project
With the successful completion of Phase-I, the Punjab government is already planning the expansion of the system with Phase-II, which will cover additional locations across the district. The focus will be on strategic areas where surveillance is most needed to ensure greater public safety.
Key Features of Phase-II
- Advanced AI-based Adaptive Traffic Control Systems (ATCS): These systems will regulate traffic in real time, adjusting traffic signal timings based on current traffic flow, thus reducing congestion.
- Vehicle Actuated Control (VAC): This feature adjusts signal timings based on the presence of vehicles, further improving traffic flow.
- Smart Traffic Lights: These lights will adapt to real-time traffic conditions, optimizing vehicle movement and reducing delays at busy intersections.
Additionally, unified traffic corridors will be created to ensure smoother transit between Mohali, Kharar, Zirakpur, and Derabassi, further easing the flow of vehicles in the region.
Mohali’s Transformation into a Smart City
The Punjab government’s ongoing investment in technology-driven urban management is setting the foundation for Mohali’s transformation into a smart city. With the launch of this integrated surveillance system, the city is poised to address both public safety and traffic congestion issues while paving the way for future smart city innovations.
CM Bhagwant Singh Mann further assured the public that the state government is committed to building safer, more efficient cities by leveraging cutting-edge technology. The ICCC project is just the beginning, as Punjab looks to set new benchmarks in urban governance, security, and traffic management.
Conclusion
The launch of Phase-I of Mohali’s City Surveillance and Traffic Management System marks a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to build a safe, efficient, and smart urban environment. Through the use of advanced technology, such as AI-based surveillance, automatic e-challans, and smart traffic systems, Mohali is taking a giant leap towards becoming a crime-free and congestion-free city. The expansion of this project will further enhance its capabilities, ensuring that Mohali remains at the forefront of urban security and traffic management in Punjab.