Authorities said the system aims to curb reckless driving on highways where motorists often ignore rules due to the absence of visible policing, leading to accidents.

AI tracks helmet, seat belt and mobile use

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has installed Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at intervals of 2 km along the stretch. These cameras detect violations such as riding without helmets, triple riding, not wearing seat belts, and using mobile phones while driving.

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Two photo and two video cameras installed at Ilchipur in Kamareddy district and Chegunta in Medak district are already operational. Officials said the system records violations automatically and generates e-challans.

The project has been proposed for formal launch during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's expected visit this month.

Speed calculated between camera points

Officials said the system uses AI to calculate average vehicle speed by measuring travel time between two camera points. "Vehicles exceeding speed limits are identified automatically," an official said.

At Ilchipur and Chegunta, the photo cameras alone generate about 10,000 challans per month, while video cameras account for around 15,000, indicating accuracy and efficiency.

Hyderabad plans wider rollout with ₹200 crore budget

Authorities are also planning to install a large number of ANPR cameras across Greater Hyderabad at an estimated cost of ₹150-200 crore.

Once implemented, officials said there would be no need to physically stop violators, as challans will be issued directly based on camera evidence.