Hyderabad city traffic police are going to install 25 ‘high-rise cameras’ on high rise multi storied buildings in the city with the cooperation of building owners to obtain an 'Eagle View' of the traffic on busiest roads in the city.  

Speaking to media persons in a press conference at TGICCC building on Friday, C V Anand, DG, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad City, said ‘Through these ‘high-rise cameras’ traffic officials can proactively identify traffic problems, alert local traffic authorities, and provide suggestions for appropriate solutions.

To further improve Hyderabad's traffic system, we are taking assistance from Google. In addition to Google Maps, Google is also providing us with technical support, said Commissioner.  

The meeting was attended by Sub Inspectors from all traffic police stations, ACPs and Additional DCPs.  On this occasion, he provided guidance on the basic principles of traffic control and management.

Commissioner said ‘Until last year, the average vehicle speed in the city was 17 to 18 kilometers per hour. Currently, it has increased to 24 to 25 kilometers per hour. These results have been achieved through the diligent efforts of the Hyderabad Traffic Police. Approximately 1600 new vehicles are added to the roads every day. Across the three Commissionerates, a total of 91 lakh vehicles are on the roads daily.’ CP said 'Operation Rope' has yielded excellent results. We are preparing to strengthen it further using a more scientific approach. We are systematically moving forward with the management of VIP movements. Our Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has also issued instructions not to halt traffic for extended periods during his travel. We are working accordingly, and this has brought us immense satisfaction.’

80 percent of traffic signals operating on auto mode

‘Currently, 80% of traffic signals in Hyderabad are operating on auto mode. This is helping to clear traffic quickly. Regarding traffic violations, we are focusing on the quality of penalties rather than the quantity of fines imposed. This approach has led to a reduction in overall traffic fines,’ Commissioner said.

‘Due to a shortage of traffic personnel in the city, we are introducing the 'Traffic Marshal' system. Under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), corporations are encouraged to appoint these marshals. We will provide them with training and utilize them for traffic control, said CP.