Leveraging technology to effectively manage the traffic in the city, the Bangalore Traffic Police has deployed Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras which can help identify offenders even in dense traffic. The police deployed the first ANPR in the previous week. As a result, the camera has already identified 25 vehicles with pending cases for traffic rules violations and recovered fines worth ₹19,900. The ANPR cameras have been deployed at Cubbon Road, High Grounds, Balekundri Junction and more.
The specialised cameras take pictures of the offenders and share the details identified with the nearest police station. Following the transfer of the details, the respective officer on the receiving end can launch an action to stop the vehicle and collects the fine.
Moreover, the cameras offer a feature that enables the force to calibrate the devices to read specific numbers, like the numbers assigned specifically to two-wheelers or cars or commercial vehicles, etc.
As of now, the Bangalore Traffic Police has procured has purchased 2028 body-worn cameras, 250 ANPR cameras and 80 red-light violation detection (RLVD) cameras. The police is also in the process of purchasing more cameras.
