Bengaluru, known for its bustling streets and chronic traffic issues, is set to undergo a transformative change. The city’s traffic department has launched an application, named ASTraM (Actionable Intelligence for Sustainable Traffic Management), for better traffic management. The AI-powered app revolutionizes traffic management by providing real-time insights and strategic solutions to address the city’s notorious congestion problems.
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The Need for Technological Intervention
In response to the escalating traffic crisis in Bengaluru, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivkumar emphasized the necessity of advanced technology. Citing data from the National Crime Records Bureau, he highlighted that a significant number of accidents in Karnataka involve two-wheelers, stressing the importance of adhering to traffic rules and wearing helmets. This sets the stage for understanding the urgency for a technological intervention.
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Unveiling ASTraM – Bengaluru’s Traffic Game-Changer
The Bengaluru traffic police department has launched the ASTraM app, leveraging artificial intelligence to manage the city’s traffic effectively. Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) MN Anucheth detailed the app’s capabilities, which include congestion alerts, incident reporting through a mobile application bot, special event management, and dashboard analytics. The app aims to provide a comprehensive and data-driven approach to tackling the city’s traffic woes.
Empowering Traffic Police with Real-Time Insights
ASTraM’s real-time congestion alerts, issued every 15 minutes, are integrated with the e-attendance system. This ensures timely notifications to junction jockeys and sector officers, keeping stakeholders informed for more effective traffic planning and management. The app’s dashboard analytics feature analyzes traffic volume, congestion length, vehicle count, and type, enabling the Bengaluru Traffic Police to make informed decisions for efficient traffic management.
Incident Reporting, Event Management, and Ambulance Tracking
The app introduces a BOT service for incident reporting, allowing authorized sources to report field incidents, and providing real-time updates to the public. It also includes special event management, maintaining a log of major events in the city for spatial understanding and response planning. The ambulance tracking application ensures coordinated movement, with the control room monitoring ambulances and providing real-time updates on routes and traffic conditions.
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Bengaluru’s Commitment to Safer Roads
Launched during the Road Safety Awareness Week, ASTraM demonstrates Bengaluru’s commitment to addressing road safety concerns. The app’s multifaceted approach encompasses real-time alerts, incident reporting, event management, and analytics. All put together, it aims to create a safer and smoother commuting experience for the city’s residents.
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Our Say
In a city notorious for its traffic bottlenecks, the ASTraM app emerges as a beacon of hope. By integrating AI-powered insights and real-time data, Bengaluru’s traffic police are taking a significant step toward a more streamlined and safer traffic management system. As the city embraces this technological revolution, we are yet to see how ASTraM will reshape commute for Bengaluru residents.
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