- Pune Police to Take Over Control of Traffic Signals: In a move to combat increasing traffic congestion in Pune, the Pune Municipal Corporation has decided to hand over control of the Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) to the Pune Police. This decision comes as the Smart City initiative nears completion, with the goal of improving traffic flow across the city.
- State-of-the-Art Signal System: The ATMS project includes a modern signal system installed at 124 intersections throughout Pune. This system is equipped to adjust signal timings in real-time based on traffic flow and vehicle density, allowing for smoother movement on city roads.
- Cost and Maintenance: The total cost of the ATMS project is ₹102 crores, with an annual maintenance expense of ₹11 crores. The PMC will cover these costs to ensure the system continues to operate effectively under the management of the Pune Police.
- Coordination Challenges: The involvement of multiple entities in managing traffic signals, including the Smart City project, PMC, and Traffic Police, has led to coordination issues in the past. By transferring control to the Pune Police, the goal is to streamline operations and improve overall traffic management in the city.
- Enhancing Efficiency: With the Pune Police taking over control of the entire traffic signal system, the hope is to integrate enforcement and signal control for better utilization and more efficient traffic management. This move is expected to lead to smoother traffic flow and reduced congestion on Pune’s busy roads.
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