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The Hindu
29-07-2025
- The Hindu
Will make efforts to enhance devotee experience during Dasara: NTR Collector
The NTR district administration and police department will take all out efforts to enhance devotee experience at the Indrakeeladri temple during the Dasara celebrations this year, said District Collector G. Lakshmisha and Police Comissioner S.V. Rajasekhar Babu. Addressing the media after holding a coordination committee meeting to discuss the modalities for the conduct of the Dasara festivities, scheduled from September 22, at the Collectorate in Vijayawada on Tuesday, Mr. Lakshmisha said artificial intelligence (AI) and technical tools would be used to improve the overall experience of devotees coming to the temple. The participants included Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam executive officer V.K. Seena Naik, officials from the Revenue, Medical, Civil Supplies, Endowments, Police, Vijayawada Municipal Department, Transport, among others. The Collector discussed the work to be taken up by different departments. Directions were given to the departments regarding the arrangements, which included queue lines, barricading, booking systems, medical camps, issuance of special passes, installing signboards, among others. Mr. Lakshmisha noted that the number of devotees visiting the temple during the 10-day festivities has been increasing every year and that this time, around 1 lakh devotees are expected every day. He added that on the day of Moola Nakshatra, around 2 lakh devotees are expected. A command control room would be set up to provide 24 hour service and also for continuous monitoring. The control room will have an official from every department, he added. The Collector said feedback would be taken from the public from time to time on the arrangements. All arrangements should be ready by September 20, the Collector said. Later, Mr. Rajasekhar Babu said the police department would rectify the minor gaps identified last year to ensure that devotees do not face any problems. He said that while last year only three or four drones were deployed for use during the festivities, the number has now increased to 42. Around 5,000 CCTVs have been installed in the Commissionerate limits, he added. The CP said apps such as ASTraM would be used to ensure hassle-free traffic and parking.
New Indian Express
08-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Drones, CCTV, real-time tracking to secure Shakambari Utsavalu in Vijayawada
A major component of this initiative is the ASTraM (Actionable Intelligence for Sustainable Traffic Management) platform. This system uses live video feeds from drones and other data inputs, which are transmitted to an Integrated Command and Control Room. The control room then issues real-time instructions to field personnel for swift intervention and management. Though Shakambari Utsavalu attracts a smaller crowd compared to Dasara, Commissioner of Police SV Rajashekhar Babu stated that the same level of attention is being applied. 'We are taking no chances. The festival must be safe and well-managed, and technology will be at the heart of our efforts,' he said. To ensure lasting impact, the police are documenting the entire bandobust operation. This will aid in drafting a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to serve as a model for future large-scale festivals, ensuring consistent preparedness and efficient handling. Drones will provide live visuals throughout the celebration, while CCTV footage will be monitored round-the-clock from the command center. Any incidents or irregularities will be dealt with immediately.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Time of India
Vizag police leverage tech to manage crowd
Visakhapatnam: The International Yoga Day celebrations in Visakhapatnam city were marked by high-tech surveillance and effective traffic management, thanks to a comprehensive network of over 3,000 high-definition CCTV cameras, including 1,200 cameras along the beach road stretch. Drones and thousands of security personnel were also deployed at various locations to ensure seamless execution of the event. Despite initial traffic disruptions on June 18, particularly on the stretch from Maddilapalem to Yendada, the police learned from their experience and effectively managed traffic on June 19, 20, and 21. Police personnel were deployed at every key junction and parking point in the city to regulate traffic, and the ASTraM app was introduced to enhance traffic management. The app provided holistic insights into the road traffic scenario, enabling the police to take spontaneous decisions for effective traffic management during the yoga event. As a result, despite a large turnout of vehicles, the police were able to ease traffic congestion and facilitate the smooth movement. On the day of the event, vehicles moved at a slow pace in some stretches of the city in the early hours, but the police managed traffic flow, allowing most participants to reach the yoga event on time.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
ASTraM app to help cops manage Yoga Day crowd
1 2 3 Visakhapatnam: The city is hosting International Yoga Day celebrations on June 21. Around 200 police personnel in Vizag city have undergone training on the ASTraM (Actionable intelligence for sustainable traffic management) application, which is designed to manage large crowd and streamline traffic flow. Through this platform, real-time monitoring of available parking spaces will be possible, enabling authorities to direct vehicles efficiently and reduce congestion in key areas. Senior police officer said ASTraM incorporates GPS data, CCTV feeds, and artificial intelligence analytics to identify traffic congestion hotspots and facilitate dynamic solutions such as traffic re-routing. Traffic diversion Heavy vehicles heading towards Vizag will be diverted at Anandapuram and will he0ad towards Pendurthi and Anakapalle. Similarly, heavy vehicles coming from Anakapalle have to take diversion at Lankelapalem and will head towards Sabbavaram- Pendurthi-Anandapuram highway route. The entry of vehicles (except vehicles carrying essential goods) to Vizag city from Pendurthi have been restricted. The road between Maddilapalem (AU Arch) and Three-Town police station has been closed for vehicles (except VIP vehicles). The police said that entry of heavy vehicles has been banned between Tagarapurvalasa and Maddilapalem. The vehicles from the port area need to enter the highway via Sheelanagar and Sabbavaram. tnn
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Time of India
Vizag gears up for International Yoga Day: Security tightened, red zones declared; traffic curbs, drone bans in place
VISAKHAPATNAM: More than 10,000 security personnel, including commandos from the National Security Guard (NSG), and armed forces, are being deployed at RK Beach locality in Vizag city ahead of International Yoga Day on June 21. Vizag city is undergoing a major facelift ahead of the International Yoga Day on June 21. The Beach Road stretch between the Naval Coastal Battery (NCB) and Park Hotel Junction, the main venue for the event. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan and other dignatoaries are scheduled to participate in the grand event. More than five lakh people will participate in Yoga on June 21 in Vizag city. Vizag city police chief Shanka Brata Bagchi said police have been keeping an eye on the security arrangements and the beach road stretch is being screened with the help of sniper dogs and bomb disposal squads. Strict protocol will be enforced at all the locations on June 21 during yoga celebrations and the police have been on the job for tight security and traffic control. We have declared a temporary red zone area in connection with the VVIPS's visit to Vizag city on June 20 and 21. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The police have declared extensive no-drone zones across the key areas in the city. The restricted areas include, INS Dega, and surrounding 5-Kms radius, INS Chola Naval Base and premises within 5-Kms radius , RK Beach and surrounding areas (main event venue) within 5-Kms radius and the entire route from INS Chola to Andhra University Grounds and AU Helipad with 5 Kms range. The drone restrictions will be in effect from 12 pm on June 20 until 2 pm on June 21. However, drone operations will be permitted from Jodugulapalem to Bheemli areas. The police department currently operates 13 drones and has requested additional units from the government for enhanced surveillance. The police have imposed certain traffic restrictions for International Yoga Day. Police announced that there will be a complete closure of Beach Road from NTR Circle to Park Hotel Junction from June 17 to June 21. Additionally, the entire stretch of Beach Road from Park Hotel Junction to Bheemili will be closed to all vehicular traffic from June 19 to June 21 to accommodate the construction of stages. To manage the expected traffic congestion in Vizag city as part of the Yoga Day celebrations, the police asked the public to use the ASTraM mobile app, to guide and help them navigate alternative routes. The police urged residents along the beach road to use alternate pathways and assured that police personnel and district administration would provide assistance during emergencies.
