How to become a Traffic Prahari in Delhi: Report violations, earn rewards
You simply need to click a picture or shoot a short video through the app and upload it. If your report is verified and found valid, you may receive cash rewards or incentives.WHY DOES DELHI NEED CITIZEN TRAFFIC PRAHARIS?Delhi continues to top the charts for road accident-related deaths amongst all Indian cities. While the Delhi Police has made several improvements in infrastructure and enforcement, they can't be everywhere at once. This is where citizen-powered policing comes into play.HOW TO BECOME A TRAFFIC PRAHARI?Here's how you can join the movement and make Delhi's roads safer:Look for Traffic Prahari in the Google Play Store (iOS version may be released later).Sign up with your phone number and ID. Your details remain confidential.Use the in-app camera or upload from your gallery. Make sure number plates and locations are visible.Upload your report and track its verification status. If found valid, you'll be notified and rewarded.Depending on the type of violation and evidence, you may earn monetary compensation or recognition.PRIVACY, SAFETY AND ETHICAL REPORTINGYour identity will not be disclosed to violators.Only factual, non-manipulated videos/photos are allowed.Do not confront the violator, just document and report.
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