The Khammam district administration is gearing up to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to tackle road accidents and traffic violations. District Collector Anudeep Durishetty has directed officials to implement an action plan within 15 days, specifically targeting wrong-side driving and speeding.
Authorities have identified 30 major junctions in the district where nearly 50% of all road accidents occur. To improve safety at these spots, the government will install rumble strips, clear lane markings, signboards, blinkers, and zebra crossings, ensuring they are highly visible even at night.
In a move to improve pedestrian safety, the Collector Anudeep Durishetty announced the construction of a 10-foot wide footpath from NTR Circle to Wyra Road in Khammam city. Similar efforts to build footpaths will be taken up in all municipalities across the district. During a Road Safety Committee meeting, it was revealed that over 3,200 accidents have occurred in the district over the last three years. The Collector emphasized that losing a life in an accident impacts an entire family and urged officials to prioritize safety measures during the ongoing Road Safety Month.
Strict action is also being planned against road encroachments. The Collector ordered the removal of both small and large businesses occupying road space and banned the placement of unauthorized banners or flexies. To manage traffic better, “No Parking” zones will be strictly enforced; violators will face fines, and repeat offenders may have their vehicles seized. Additionally, all wine shop owners have been instructed to install CCTV cameras and ensure that their customers do not park vehicles on the road, causing traffic jams.
Finally, the administration is focusing on infrastructure and school safety. All non-functional traffic signals must be repaired and operational by January 15. The Collector also praised recent efforts to fill potholes after the rainy season and urged other municipalities to follow suit. For student safety, officials will monitor school buses for fitness and overloading. Every school bus must now display a contact number on the back so that citizens can report incidents of rash driving.
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