The Intelligent Traffic Management System in Delhi

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Key takeaways

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Intelligent Traffic Management System for Delhi with a budget of ₹1,789.52 crore.
The Delhi Police will execute this AI-driven project to replace static signals with real-time traffic control.
The network spans 42 major corridors, featuring 1,092 adaptive traffic intersections and 1,029 automated enforcement locations.
Advanced computer vision cameras check vehicles against the VAHAN database and ensure priority green corridors for emergency services.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Intelligent Traffic Management System for Delhi.
The Prime Minister chaired the meeting that cleared this project with a total budget of ₹1,789.52 crore.

This is an advanced traffic management and digital enforcement network powered by Artificial Intelligence.
It replaces old fixed-time traffic signals and manual policing with real-time traffic flow control across Delhi.
The Delhi Police under the Ministry of Home Affairs is the executing agency for this project.
The main goals are to lower traffic jams, cut vehicle emissions, shorten travel time, and give priority to emergency vehicles.

Roadside sensors and AI cameras collect continuous data on traffic density, vehicle speed, and queue length at road crossings.
Special algorithms check live traffic data and change signal timings automatically to create green waves and ease congestion.
Computer vision cameras spot traffic rules violations and check number plates against the VAHAN database to track stolen vehicles.
Central command centers gather all traffic data and broadcast travel updates through Variable Message Signs and maps.

The project covers 42 major corridors with 1,092 adaptive traffic control system intersections across the city.
It includes 1,029 locations for automated rule enforcement.
Emergency green corridors use GPS and software to give instant green lights to ambulances and fire engines.
AI cameras catch offences like jumping red lights, crossing stop lines, triple riding, and using mobile phones while driving.
Central command hubs are backed by Tier-III data centres and safe disaster recovery setups.
Drivers get live traffic updates on electronic display boards to choose clearer routes.