`SARTHI’: GVMC launches AI-based traffic management pilot project

Visakhapatnam: Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) launched an AI-based traffic management pilot project, `SARTHI’.

Under the leadership of GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg, the team has introduced Project SARTHI (Systematic Augmented Radial Traffic & Hoop Induction) — a pilot initiative to implement an AI-based Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) in the city.

In coordination with the Traffic Police Department, the project is being implemented across five key junctions by five tech companies, using cutting-edge systems like:

ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition)

RLVD (Red Light Violation Detection)

FRS (Facial Recognition System).

ANPR and RLVD systems are being tested at Akkayyapalem, Urvasi, R&B, Gopalapatnam, and Yendada Junctions, while FRS is being piloted at Sampath Vinayaka Temple, Dwaraka RTC Complex, Passport Office-R&B, Simhachalam RTC Complex, and VIMS Hospital area.

This one-month pilot project will help identify the most effective model for future city-wide expansion.

According to GVMC commissioner Ketan Garg, the project's objective is to streamline vehicular traffic, reduce accidents and violations, and align with the broader vision of a smart, technology-driven city.

What are the objectives?

•Ensure smooth traffic flow.

•Prevent road accidents.

•Reduce traffic violations.

•Promote smart governance through technology.