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The Hindu
12 hours ago
- The Hindu
ANPR cameras installed at eight locations in two blocks of Perambalur district
The police have installed Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at eight locations in Alathur and Veppanthattai blocks in Perambalur district. The high-resolution cameras are linked to the central monitoring room established at the District Police Office in Perambalur. Perambalur District Collector Grace Pachuau inaugurated the monitoring room. Superintendent of Police Adarsh Pachera was present. The monitoring room will function round-the-clock and the police personnel at the facilitiy can see live video feeds of the road. A total of 16 ANPR cameras have been installed under the Focus Block Development Programme 2024-2025 at a cost of ₹40 lakh at Chettikulam, Padalur, Allinagaram and Mangoon in Alathur block and Kaikalathur, Arumbavur, Veppanthattai and Devaiyur panchayat (Ranjankudi) in Veppanthattai block. The cameras are linked to the central monitoring room and would have backup for more than 30 days. The ANPR cameras help the police track vehicles that are used in committing crimes besides in identifying those involved in road accidents. The cameras will zero-in on the registration number of vehicles passing through the road. In case of any information of crime being committed, an alert would be sounded to the field-level police personnel and to the highway patrol teams. The Perambalur district police have five Highway Patrol teams deployed to cover important stretches such as Thirumandurai - Perambalur Four Road; Perambalur Four Road - Padaluir; Perambalur - Udumbiyam and Perambalur T. Kalathur, the sources added.
South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
Severn Bridge weight limit sign confusion agency error
The clarification came after a haulier pointed out that the Agency had caused confusion on the Severn Bridge by leaving an old 44-tonne weight restriction sign on the slip road of the bridge. Frustrated trucker Ray Bashman said: 'Truckers call them (the National Highways Agency) wombles, because all they ever seem to do is pick stuff up that people have left behind. They don't really seem to do anything else. This time they couldn't even pick up their own stuff!' The National Highways Agency responded by saying it is working hard to clear up any confusion over weight limits on the Severn Bridge. The ageing bridge saw a weight restriction of 7.5 tonnes introduced on Tuesday, May 27. Truck drivers complained that the 44-tonne weight limit sign on the slip road of Junction two had not been covered up or replaced on the Welsh side of the bridge. It has also been alleged that continental trucks would not show up on the Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) camera, which is used to enforce the weight limit. Unlike UK trucks, continental lorries have separate systems for registering trucks and trailers and these will 'trip the ANPR system.' Angered trucker Ray Bashman told the South Wales Argus: 'British drivers must do long detours across to Gloucester or over the Prince of Wales Bridge. This can add hundreds of miles to journeys and endless hours, often in gridlock. 'They (foreign truckers) already benefit from cheap Russian diesel and we find it difficult to compete with those prices. Competing with cheap fuel is bad enough, having to add extra driving hours to our time when they can go freely over the bridge is just ridiculous. This must be cleared up!' A National Highways Agency spokesman said: 'Recent high winds and heavy rain did mean a few signs were blown down and we weren't able to paint over all the necessary signage. But that is being rectified as quickly as possible. 'The numbers of vehicles breaching the ban is small and police are in the area to advise drivers of the new weight restrictions which only came into force yesterday.' The Agency clarified that there are a couple of outstanding signs, but these will be updated tonight, Wednesday, May 28, under a lane closure.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Trichy police install solar speed radars; activists demand stricter enforcement
Trichy: As part of road safety measures, Trichy district police have installed solar-powered speed radars at ten accident-prone spots on major highways. However, road safety activists have criticised the initiative, saying that simply displaying vehicle speed is ineffective without enforcement. The ten radar units, costing Rs 15 lakh, have been placed in eight rural areas including Lalgudi, Musiri, and Thuraiyur, covering both national and state highways. The devices, powered by solar panels with battery backup, display vehicle speed on LED boards as vehicles approach from 200–300 metres away. "Locations were selected based on accident risk and police presence. If patrol teams spot overspeeding, action can be taken," said a police officer, adding that the devices work round-the-clock, including at night using backup power. Highways covered include the Trichy-Thuraiyur state highway, Trichy-Dindigul, and Trichy-Namakkal national highways. While police say the radars will alert drivers to their speed and promote safer driving, activists are sceptical. "Speedometers already show speed. These gadgets should've been integrated with automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras for automated penalties, like in other states," said P Aiyarappan, a member of the district road safety council. Locals echoed the concern, arguing that mere warnings won't deter speeding. Police sources said the radars may be upgraded later to include warning messages based on speed level.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Hans India
TGICCC holds coordination meet with IMD in Hyd'bad
Hyderabad: The Indian Meteorological department (IMD) Hyderabad head Dr K Nagaratna on Thursday highlighted the utilisation of advanced tools such as Doppler weather radar-imaging, met satellite images, numerical weather predictions and GIS-based special imaging to integrating met data into the city's emergency response systems. A high-level coordination meeting was convened under the leadership of Director V B Kamalasan Reddy at the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGICCC) War Room. The meeting focused on strengthening monsoon preparedness. During the meeting, Dr Nagaratna provided comprehensive insights into IMD forecasting capabilities, including nowcast, mid-range, extended range, and long-range forecasts. She discussed synoptic features like low-level jet (LLJ), tropical easterly jet (TEJ) and Tibetan plateau positions, which are crucial for accurate weather forecasting. The meeting emphasised the importance of integrating IMD data with TGICCC advanced systems, including the integrated traffic management system (ITMS), automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system, public addressing system (PAS) and variable message display boards (VMBs). A review of the types and technical specifications of cameras currently deployed at TGICCC was also conducted to ensure optimal functionality during the monsoon. Key discussions included analysis of heavy rainfall over the past decade, advance of the Southwest Monsoon-2025 and frequency of cold and heat waves. Dissemination of advisories, alerts and warnings through various media, including SACHET mobile application, was also deliberated to ensure timely communication with officials and the public. The meeting concluded with a collective commitment from all departments to work in synergy, leveraging technological advancements and meteorological data to ensure safety and well-being of citizens during the monsoon.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Climate
- The Hindu
TGiCCC and IMD join forces to bolster monsoon preparedness in Hyderabad
In a move to enhance the city's monsoon preparedness and integrate meteorological intelligence into the city's emergency management ecosystem, a coordination meeting was held at the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGiCCC), here on Thursday. The session was chaired by TGiCCC Director and former IPS officer V.B. Kamalasan Reddy and brought together key stakeholders, including officials from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The focus of the meeting was to integrate meteorological intelligence into the city's emergency management ecosystem. Discussions were held on syncing IMD data with systems already in place at TGiCCC, such as the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS), Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), Public Addressing Systems, and Variable Message Display Boards. Head of the IMD Hyderabad centre K. Nagaratna and her team presented an in-depth overview of the department's forecasting systems. She detailed the various forecasting models, from nowcast to long-range predictions, and pushed the use of cutting-edge tools such as Doppler weather radar imaging, satellite data, numerical weather models, and GIS-based special imaging. A technical review of the surveillance infrastructure, especially the types and specifications of cameras in use, was also conducted, aimed at ensuring full operational efficiency during heavy rains. The panel revisited rainfall patterns over the last 10 years and examined trends linked to both extreme precipitation events and temperature fluctuations, including cold and heat waves. The need for timely dissemination of alerts via multiple channels, notably the SACHET mobile application, was strongly emphasised to keep both officials and the public informed. The meeting concluded with a call for a multi-departmental, tech-enabled response plan backed by robust meteorological data that is critical to navigating the challenges of the monsoon season in Hyderabad.
