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Time of India
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Telangana RTA to set up ANPR cameras to streamline interstate vehicle checks
Crossing state borders in Telangana is set to become hassle-free, as the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) has decided to streamline interstate travel by installing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at 17 check posts across the state. The department will install 34 cameras approximately 500 metres to 1 km ahead of each check post to capture vehicle documentation , including tax payments, pollution certificates, fitness certificates, permits, and other essential paperwork. This information will then be relayed to Motor Vehicle Inspectors (MVI). The system will ensure that only vehicles lacking proper documentation are stopped at the check posts, while compliant vehicles may continue without delays at border crossings. The RTA's comprehensive plan includes the installation of 60 cameras in total, with 26 units to be placed near toll plazas and other strategic points. Lakhs of vehicles pass through check posts daily at locations such as Nagarjuna Sagar, Kodada, Alampur, Vishnupuram, Palvancha, and Zaheerabad. The current manual verification system is inefficient and causes traffic congestion as transport authorities inspect documentation. To resolve these issues, the Transport Department is implementing electronic enforcement systems. The ANPR cameras capture number plates and assess compliance with traffic regulations. Officials can access this data via specialised software. MVIs at the check posts receive details of vehicle numbers and any violations on their tablets, enabling them to stop only non-compliant vehicles, whilst allowing compliant motorists to continue their journey uninterrupted. According to RTA officials, IIIT Hyderabad has expressed interest in implementing the system. Authorities are currently assessing several prestigious institutions to entrust with this responsibility. "A proposal to install 60 ANPR cameras has been submitted to the state govt. The estimated cost of the initiative is 3.5 crore. This automated system will streamline vehicle inspections for officials by eliminating the need for manual checks. Moreover, motorists with complete documentation will be able to pass through check posts without delays," said M Chandrasekhar Goud, Joint Transport Commissioner (Vigilance & Enforcement). A few months ago, the RTA implemented an advanced surveillance system featuring AI-enabled CCTV cameras at its headquarters in Khairatabad, aimed at deterring unauthorised intermediaries operating within RTA premises. The RTA now plans to expand this surveillance system to all regional transport offices across the state. The system assigns unique identification codes to individuals detected by the cameras and records the frequency of their visits to RTA offices. This tracking mechanism assists authorities in identifying frequent visitors, particularly agents and brokers, by monitoring recurring identification codes. Hyderabad: Crossing state borders in Telangana is set to become hassle-free, as the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) has decided to streamline interstate travel by installing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at 17 check posts across the state. The department will install 34 cameras approximately 500 metres to 1 km ahead of each check post to capture vehicle documentation, including tax payments, pollution certificates, fitness certificates, permits, and other essential paperwork. This information will then be relayed to Motor Vehicle Inspectors (MVI). The system will ensure that only vehicles lacking proper documentation are stopped at the check posts, while compliant vehicles may continue without delays at border crossings. The RTA's comprehensive plan includes the installation of 60 cameras in total, with 26 units to be placed near toll plazas and other strategic points. Lakhs of vehicles pass through check posts daily at locations such as Nagarjuna Sagar, Kodada, Alampur, Vishnupuram, Palvancha, and Zaheerabad. The current manual verification system is inefficient and causes traffic congestion as transport authorities inspect documentation. To resolve these issues, the Transport Department is implementing electronic enforcement systems. The ANPR cameras capture number plates and assess compliance with traffic regulations. Officials can access this data via specialised software. MVIs at the check posts receive details of vehicle numbers and any violations on their tablets, enabling them to stop only non-compliant vehicles, whilst allowing compliant motorists to continue their journey uninterrupted. According to RTA officials, IIIT Hyderabad has expressed interest in implementing the system. Authorities are currently assessing several prestigious institutions to entrust with this responsibility. "A proposal to install 60 ANPR cameras has been submitted to the state govt. The estimated cost of the initiative is 3.5 crore. This automated system will streamline vehicle inspections for officials by eliminating the need for manual checks. Moreover, motorists with complete documentation will be able to pass through check posts without delays," said M Chandrasekhar Goud, Joint Transport Commissioner (Vigilance & Enforcement). A few months ago, the RTA implemented an advanced surveillance system featuring AI-enabled CCTV cameras at its headquarters in Khairatabad, aimed at deterring unauthorised intermediaries operating within RTA premises. The RTA now plans to expand this surveillance system to all regional transport offices across the state. The system assigns unique identification codes to individuals detected by the cameras and records the frequency of their visits to RTA offices. This tracking mechanism assists authorities in identifying frequent visitors, particularly agents and brokers, by monitoring recurring identification codes.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
60 Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras to replace manual checks at Telangana borders; Rs 3.5 crore proposal submitted
Representative image HYDERABAD: Crossing state borders in Telangana is set to become hassle-free, as the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) has decided to streamline interstate travel by installing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at 17 check posts across the state. The department will install 34 cameras approximately 500 metres to 1 km ahead of each check post to capture vehicle documentation, including tax payments, pollution certificates, fitness certificates, permits, and other essential paperwork. This information will then be relayed to Motor Vehicle Inspectors (MVI). The system will ensure that only vehicles lacking proper documentation are stopped at the check posts, while compliant vehicles may continue without delays at border crossings. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad The RTA's plan includes the installation of 60 cameras in total, with 26 units to be placed near toll plazas and other strategic points. Lakhs of vehicles pass through check posts daily at locations such as Nagarjuna Sagar, Kodada, Alampur, Vishnupuram, Palvancha, and Zaheerabad. The current manual verification system is inefficient and causes traffic congestion as transport authorities inspect documentation. To resolve these issues, the Transport Department is implementing electronic enforcement systems. The ANPR cameras capture number plates and assess compliance with traffic regulations. Officials can access this data via specialised software. MVIs at the check posts receive details of vehicle numbers and any violations on their tablets, enabling them to stop only non-compliant vehicles, whilst allowing compliant motorists to continue their journey uninterrupted. Proposal for 60 cameras submitted to state govt According to RTA officials, IIIT Hyderabad has expressed interest in implementing the system. Authorities are currently assessing several prestigious institutions to entrust with this responsibility. "A proposal to install 60 ANPR cameras has been submitted to the state govt. The estimated cost of the initiative is 3.5 crore. This automated system will streamline vehicle inspections for officials by eliminating the need for manual checks. Moreover, motorists with complete documentation will be able to pass through check posts without delays," said M Chandrasekhar Goud, Joint Transport Commissioner (Vigilance & Enforcement).
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
School reopening nears in Telangana, but 8k buses not yet fit to ferry students
HYDERABAD: With schools to reopen on June 12, parents and students face a concerning situation as 8,657 buses operated by educational institutions remain off the roads, confined to garages across the state. According to data from the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), there are 25,677 buses operated by educational institutions. However, only 17,020 of these buses have fitness certificates so far. In Greater Hyderabad alone, over 3,000 school buses still need to undergo mandatory fitness tests, despite the Regional Transport Authority having made this facility available for the past three weeks. The Motor Vehicles (MV) rules mandate that school managements maintain valid fitness documentation for their vehicles. Furthermore, these buses must be equipped with emergency exits and fire safety equipment. The RTA conducts annual inspections to assess vehicle condition before issuing fitness certificates, which are required prior to the commencement of transport services for the academic year. In addition, the RTA will scrutinise auto-rickshaws and omni buses, having found that many of these vehicles are operating beyond their permitted passenger capacity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 외우지 않아도 영어가 기억된다면? 40분만 투자해보세요 스티븐영어 지금 시작하기 Undo From June 12, surprise checks will be carried out to determine whether these vehicles meet fitness standards, avoid overloading, and are not unauthorisedly used for transporting pupils. The Transport department has issued instructions to all District Transport Officers (DTOs) and Regional Transport Officers (RTOs) to conduct a special drive across their respective jurisdictions, focusing exclusively on vehicles used to transport school children. They have been instructed to check for valid fitness certificates, compliance with seating capacity norms, and the unauthorised use of private vehicles for commercial or hire purposes. Vehicles found to be unfit or dangerously overloaded are to be taken off the road, with proper records maintained of all inspections and violations. "School buses over 15 years old must not be operated. If such ageing or unfit vehicles are used to transport students, not only will the vehicles be seized, but legal action will be initiated against the managements. The responsibility for maintaining vehicles operated by educational institutions lies with school management. The buses must be kept in good condition, and experienced drivers must be employed," said M Chandrasekhar Goud, joint transport commissioner (Vigilance & Enforcement). Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
