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India Gazette
31-05-2025
- Climate
- India Gazette
Monsoon ready: Delhi Traffic Police gears up with ground action and tech integration
By Anamika Tiwari New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): As Delhi braces for the upcoming monsoon season, the Delhi Traffic Police have rolled out a proactive strategy to tackle long-standing issues of waterlogging, traffic congestion, and road safety. With multiple city agencies coming together, the police are strengthening their preparedness across all fronts. 'We are trying to do much better this year than before,' said Shashank Jaiswal, DCP Traffic Headquarters, while outlining the department's detailed monsoon plan and city-wide initiatives. According to Jaiswal, last year's waterlogging trouble spots have been thoroughly identified, and ground teams, along with officers, are actively inspecting these locations for potential risk. The department is working in close coordination with key civic agencies such as the PWD and NDMC. Letters have already been sent to all concerned authorities to initiate joint preparations well ahead of the rains. This year, the focus is not just on response but on early identification and coordinated prevention. Jaiswal also highlighted the challenge of accident blackspots across the city, calling it a variable issue. 'Some areas witness frequent accidents, while others are prone to fatal ones. We try to eliminate the root causes. For example, if a pedestrian crossing is missing, we collaborate with the relevant agencies to resolve it,' he said. While there isn't a fixed number of blackspots, the Traffic Engineering Department and the Road Safety Department are monitoring them regularly. The team also responds to public complaints and emergency calls in real time to resolve emerging safety issues. To ease congestion in the capital, the Delhi Traffic Police are counting on the upcoming rollout of the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS). 'This system will help reduce the amount of time vehicles spend at red lights by adjusting signal timing based on real-time traffic flow. We're also looking at improving road safety by ensuring clear lines of sight at intersections to prevent accidents,' Jaiswal said. When asked about accountability and internal discipline, Jaiswal affirmed a strict approach. 'Whenever there are complaints against any official, we take strict action. At the same time, we also motivate our staff to avoid such behaviour. In serious cases, we proceed with dismissals,' he said, emphasising that integrity remains a top priority. 'We've deployed motorcycles for faster response, and our control room is constantly monitoring traffic jams in coordination with field teams to resolve them quickly,' the DCP said. Recognising the pressures of field duty, the department is also prioritising the well-being of its personnel. Yoga sessions and counselling are now part of the routine to keep staff mentally and physically fit. 'We're also running regular training programs to improve their skills and readiness,' Jaiswal said. As the city prepares for the monsoon, the Delhi Traffic Police's comprehensive approach, from infrastructure mapping and tech integration to staff welfare, aims to make commutes safer and smoother. Commuters are advised to stay updated with traffic advisories and plan their journeys accordingly. (ANI)
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Time of India
Delhi police uncover scam involving forged no entry permits for commercial vehicles
New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police unearthed a scam involving the sale and use of forged No Entry Permission stickers used by commercial vehicle owners to operate illegally during restricted hours. So far, two cases have come to light, resulting in the arrest of three individuals. According to officials, on May 15, sub-inspector Ritul and constable Phool Kanwar were on duty at ITO Chowk under the Kamla Market Traffic Circle. Around 9 p.m., they stopped a commercial vehicle entering DDU Marg from BSZ Marg during restricted hours. When the officers checked the No Entry Permission sticker on the vehicle's windshield using the E-challan system, they found no valid record. They further verified the suspicious pass with the issuing authority, DCP Traffic Headquarters, which confirmed it was forged. During the inquiry, the driver, identified as Dilip Kumar, a resident of Etah, revealed that the pass was purchased by the vehicle owner from an unknown individual at the Azadpur Fruit and Vegetable Market, said deputy commissioner of police (Traffic) Hukma Ram Sai. Following the initial investigation, the driver contacted Rajesh Kumar, the vehicle owner's brother, who admitted to obtaining the fake permit from a man named Tushar. A complaint was filed at the IP Estate Police Station, and a formal case was registered. During the investigation, Tushar was apprehended and confessed to obtaining the forged sticker from Sonu Kumar Mishra, a Burari resident who runs a cyber café in Indraprasth Colony. Both Rajesh and Sonu were arrested in connection with the case. In a similar incident on May 14, another commercial vehicle was found operating in the No Entry zone at ITO Chowk using a counterfeit pass. A case was registered, and investigations revealed that the driver, Muzzamil, had purchased the fake permit from an individual named Faizuddin. Muzzamil was subsequently arrested. Police said the investigation is ongoing, and more arrests may follow as authorities dig deeper into the network supplying these fake passes. Officials are also exploring whether similar forged permits have been used elsewhere in the city.
New Indian Express
22-04-2025
- New Indian Express
L-G VK Saxena presents medals, cash prizes to traffic volunteers
NEW DELHI : Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Monday presented medals and cash prizes worth Rs 6 lakh to Traffic Prahari volunteers who earned the highest reward points between September 2024 and February 2025 for reporting traffic violations, an official statement said. He also felicitated five Delhi Traffic Police officials with trophies for their dedication and exemplary service. Among them were DCP Traffic Headquarters Shashank Jaiswal, who saved a road crash victim by administering timely CPR, and Head Constable Satish Kumari, who assisted an injured person with prompt medical aid. Addressing the volunteers, Saxena said, 'I am proud to felicitate these champions of Delhi who went beyond their daily routines to make the city safer. Their selfless efforts have helped promote discipline and road safety.' He urged volunteers to continue leading by example and advised the Delhi Traffic Police to expand the app's capabilities to cover more serious violations. The Traffic Prahari Scheme, revamped in September 2024, encourages citizens to report traffic violations via a mobile app. A monthly reward system awards the top four contributors. Special CP (Traffic) Ajay Chaudhry noted that the app has over two lakh users.
