Pune: AI-Enabled Cameras to Curb Illegal Parking on FC Road

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Shivajinagar, 22nd January 2025: The Pune traffic police are introducing AI-based CCTV cameras equipped with digital screens on Fergusson College (FC) Road to address the issue of parallel and unauthorized parking, which frequently causes traffic congestion. The initiative aims to reduce confrontations between motorists and traffic personnel, ensuring smoother vehicular movement on this bustling stretch.

The cameras, along with the digital screens, will be installed between Good Luck Chowk and Fergusson College’s main gate within a month. Additional Commissioner of Police Manoj Patil explained, “FC Road faces persistent traffic jams due to vehicles parked in parallel lines on both sides of the road. Motorists often engage in prolonged arguments with traffic constables instead of complying with the rules or moving their vehicles.”

The AI-enabled cameras will capture images of vehicles parked illegally, recording their registration numbers. These details will be displayed on nearby digital boards, giving the drivers a one-minute window to relocate their vehicles. If the vehicle is not moved within this time, an e-challan will be automatically generated against its registration number.

The traffic police have conducted a detailed study of the area and identified six problematic spots where parallel parking is a common issue. Photographs of these locations have been taken to aid in the planning and deployment of the system.

“Many people park their vehicles on the road and proceed to offices or eateries without considering the inconvenience caused to other road users. In some instances, drivers stay in the cars while the owners are away, and when approached by police, they argue instead of moving the vehicles,” Patil added.

The introduction of this technology is expected to streamline enforcement and reduce unnecessary conflicts between motorists and traffic personnel. “This system will allow us to penalize offenders without direct intervention, minimizing friction between motorists and the police,” said Patil.