400 traffic junctions in Ahmedabad to get Adaptive Traffic Control System

In a bid to curb traffic congestion, the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) will install Adaptive Traffic Control System (ATCS) at 400 traffic junctions.

ATCS helps collect real-time data and algorithms to adjust traffic signal timings, and optimise traffic flow. This means if you get a green signal at one junction, you’ll get it at all the upcoming junctions.

Using AI technology, all signals will be connected to a central server. Under the ATCS, different systems such as vehicle detection sensors, intelligent and connected ATCS controllers, communication networks, and central servers will be integrated with real-time data on traffic conditions at the junctions, corridors, and areas. 

This will enable real-time monitoring of traffic conditions. A detailed project report is being prepared based on necessary surveys for implementing ATCS-based signal functions, and KPMG Advisory Services Pvt Ltd has been appointed as the consultant for this project.

Benefits of ATCS

• The efficiency of traffic signals will increase, and waiting time at signals will reduce.
• Signals will be synchronised, making transportation faster.
• Fuel consumption will decrease, and accidents will reduce.
• It will be easier to penalise traffic violators.
• Ambulances and emergency vehicles will benefit from a green corridor.
• VIP movements will become smoother, and air and noise pollution will decrease.