Lokmat News Network
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar:
Interceptor vehicles equipped with advanced radar technology have now been added to the fleet of the Regional Transport Office (RTO). The radar system is capable of simultaneously detecting vehicle speed, lane changes, over-speeding and suspicious movements within a radius of 500 metres. It will also facilitate e-challan generation, number plate recognition, surveillance of suspicious vehicles, and easier detection of stolen and illegal vehicles. In case of accidents, these vehicles will be able to reach the spot immediately and provide assistance. Radar systems have been installed on RTO vehicles across the state.
Seven advanced vehicles in the city
New interceptor vehicles were provided to RTO offices across the state a few months ago. These vehicles are equipped with speed gun facilities. The Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar RTO has seven such vehicles.
High-quality cameras, advanced radar system
The new interceptor vehicles have been fitted with radar systems. The RTO office has received one such vehicle, which is equipped with high-end cameras. Notably, capturing photographs of vehicles at night has now become easier.
Number plates to be captured from half a kilometre away
The radar system can record vehicles from a distance of up to 500 metres. It checks vehicle speed, whether the driver is wearing a seat belt, and whether the vehicle is being driven in a dangerous manner. After verification, an e-challan is sent to the vehicle owner within seconds.
Automatic challans in seconds, up to 800 per hour
Using the currently deployed speed gun system, only 15–20 e-challans are issued per hour. However, with the new radar system, 700 to 800 e-challans can be generated per hour, without stopping vehicles. Violations will be recorded by capturing photographs along with speed details.
Follow rules, avoid action
If motorists follow traffic rules, there will be no need to face enforcement action. Helmets must be worn, lane discipline should be maintained, and triple riding on two-wheelers should be avoided.
— Vijay Kathole, regional transport officer