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Time of India
31-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Vijayawada police launch drones, two wheelers to modernize traffic management
1 2 Vijayawada: In a significant move to modernise traffic management and enhance urban surveillance, director general of police (DGP) Harish Kumar Gupta and Vijayawada city police commissioner SV Rajasekhar Babu launched 14 drones and 45 specially designed two-wheelers for the traffic police on Thursday. The new tech-driven initiative was officially launched at the police commissioner's office in Vijayawada. The drones, equipped with flashing LED lights, will now hover over major intersections such as Ramesh Hospital junction, monitoring traffic congestion and violations in real time. "These drones will be deployed in high-traffic zones across the city to assist in efficient traffic regulation and spot violations quickly," said CP Rajasekhar Babu. He added that the goal is to reduce congestion without burdening traffic personnel. Each of the 14 traffic police stations in the NTR commissionerate will receive one drone. The drones will support the police in managing traffic during peak hours and during VVIP movements, where roadblocks and random halts often cause major inconvenience. Along with aerial surveillance, the city's traffic cops are also equipped with 45 new two-wheelers. These specially designed vehicles come with flashing lights, loud sirens, and microphones for real-time announcements and public warnings. "These bikes will enable swift movement of traffic personnel to congested areas, ensuring quicker response and better control," said the commissioner. The bikes and drones are part of a broader plan to modernise policing and minimise traffic disruptions across Vijayawada. Officials hope the combination of ground mobility and aerial surveillance will significantly improve traffic flow and enhance public safety.
New Indian Express
30-07-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Vijayawada city gears up for 11-day grand Dasara celebrations
VIJAYAWADA: NTR District Collector G Lakshmisha and Vijayawada City Commissioner of Police (CP) SV Rajasekhar Babu stated that devotees will be given top priority during the upcoming Dasara festivities at Sri Kanaka Durga temple on Indrakeeladri, with preparations already underway to ensure a smooth and memorable experience. 'Taking inspiration from last year's successful celebrations, we are integrating technology and AI tools to enhance the overall experience for devotees,' they said. The 11-day Dasara fete is scheduled to begin from September 22 to October 2. The first coordination meeting was held at the Collectorate on Tuesday, where officials discussed arrangements for special pujas, alankarams, queue lines, barricading, online and spot booking counters, sanitation, water supply, showers at ghats, parking, passes, and the security system. Addressing the media, Collector Lakshmisha said around 1 lakh devotees are expected to visit daily, with the number rising to 1.5 lakh on Moola Nakshatram. A 24x7 Command Control Centre will monitor the rush. Special arrangements will be made for devotees participating in events like Laksha Kumkumarchana and Chandi Homam. Focus will be laid on queue lines, distribution of Laddu Prasadam, Annaprasadam, drinking water, and sanitation. He instructed departments to complete all arrangements by September 20. Police Commissioner Rajasekhar Babu said strict measures will be implemented to prevent inconvenience to pilgrims. 'Last year, we had only three or four drones. This year, 42 drones and about 5,000 CCTV cameras in the Vijayawada Commissionerate will be used for surveillance,' he said. Traffic and parking management is also being prioritised. The CP added that coordination meetings and field visits will be held over the next 50 days to ensure the success of the festival in a spiritually vibrant atmosphere. Temple EO VK Seena Naik said the Navaratri celebrations of Goddess Kanaka Durga will be organised in a grand manner. Joint Collector S Ilakkiya and others were present.
Hans India
04-07-2025
- Hans India
One held, jewellery worth Rs 6L recovered
Vijayawada: In a major breakthrough, Gunadala Police have apprehended a habitual offender involved in multiple theft cases and recovered stolen property worth approximately Rs 6 lakh, including 60 grams of gold and 50 grams of silver ornaments. Acting on the directions of NTR District Police Commissioner SV Rajasekhar Babu and under the supervision of In-Charge DCP KGV Saritha, the Central Division ACP D Damodara Rao led a special investigation with Gunadala Police Station Inspector Vasireddy Srinivasa Rao and his team. Special surveillance teams were deployed to monitor the movements of suspected thieves in the area. The police arrested the accused Uyyala Rajesh (24), a resident of Ajit Singh Nagar, Vijayawada. During the vehicle check near the Government Hospital, police noticed a suspicious individual attempting to flee. He was immediately apprehended and interrogated by the police. During questioning, the accused confessed to his involvement in multiple thefts. A school dropout and former daily wage labourer, Rajesh turned to crime to fund a lavish lifestyle. He had previously been arrested by Gunadala Police in a theft case in September 2024 and was released on bail in January 2025, after which he continued committing burglaries. A known repeat offender, he currently has 12 theft cases registered against him. In the past four months, he has been involved in thefts across the state and under the police station limits of Patamata, Rajolu, Nuzvid, Narsapuram, and Naidupeta. The arrest was made possible through coordinated efforts and the use of technical surveillance tools, said the Central zone ACP D Damodara Rao.
Hans India
22-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Yoga is India's cultural treasure: Collector Lakshmisha
Vijayawada: Yoga is the cultural treasure of India and daily yoga practice is essential for maintaining good health and well-being, said district Collector G Lakshmisha. He further stated that yoga fosters mental calmness and leads to a happy and healthy life, while addressing International yoga Day celebrations at Indira Gandhi Municipal Corporation (IGMC) stadium here on Saturday. Several thousands of yoga lovers, students, government employees and others participated in the celebrations. Chief Commissioner of Land Administration (CCLA) Special Chief Secretary G Jayalakshmi, Vijayawada city Police Commissioner SV Rajasekhar Babu, Joint Collector S Ilakkiya, DCP KGV Saritha, former minister Peetala Sujatha, APNGO State president A Vidyasagar, and others took part in Yoga Day celebrations. Collector Lakshmisha mentioned that for the past month, yoga sessions were held on Yoga Street in the city with the participation from various department officials, staff, voluntary organisations, the Yoga Association, yoga walkers' groups, ex-servicemen, and people from different sections of society. He said around 8,50,000 people were trained in the city and practiced yoga as per the common yoga protocol during the past one month. He emphasised the need for yoga to become a part of everyone's life. He further said yoga fosters mental calmness and leads to a happy and healthy life. He urged every employee to dedicate some time to yoga daily to boost immunity and improve blood circulation. Commissioner of Police (CP) SV Rajasekhar Babu stated that in honor of International Yoga Day, yoga events were conducted for an entire month involving various themes and venues including on BRTS Road and other places like Kondapalli fort, Berm park etc. He said the NTR district set a world record with a floating yoga session on the Krishna River using watercraft. He urged everyone to incorporate yoga into their daily lives, adding that yoga helps relieve stress and brings mental peace. Collector Dr G Lakshmisha presented certificates and mementos to yoga association members, who played key role in achieving the floating yoga world record and to district officials and staff who actively participated in the month-long yoga festival. The month-long Yoga campaign conducted by NTR district administration and other associations ended on Saturday with a mega programme at IGMC stadium.
