Patna, Bihar – In a groundbreaking move, Bihar has become the first state to conduct a scientific audit of traffic systems in its five major cities: Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, and Bihar Sharif. A memorandum of understanding was signed between ADG (Traffic) Sudhanshu Kumar and Dr. Rohit Baluja, Director of the Institute of Road Traffic Education in Faridabad, at the Police Headquarters.
Traffic Audit Paves the Way for Bihar to Lead
Under this agreement, a team from the institute will conduct comprehensive studies at different times and conditions in these cities over the next 4-5 months, presenting the findings to the police. This initiative positions Bihar as the first state to scientifically audit traffic management, covering approximately 500 kilometers of roads, including national and state highways.
Audit Locations and Methodology
ADG Traffic Sudhanshu Kumar informed reporters that the responsibility of scientifically and systematically auditing the state’s traffic management system has been entrusted to the Institute of Road Traffic Education. The audit will cover the five major accident-prone cities along with the connecting NH-SH corridors. The institute will also visit physical locations such as transport, road construction, regional offices of NHAI, civil hospitals, judicial academies, and police training centers to gather valuable input.
Primary and Secondary Data Analysis
The audit will involve collecting and analyzing both primary and secondary data. Based on this information, a statewide workshop, chaired by the Chief Secretary, will be organized. Suggestions from relevant departments such as transport, roads, health, etc., will be presented to determine the state traffic protocol.
Addressing Traffic Challenges Scientifically
ADG Sudhanshu Kumar emphasized the need to find scientific solutions to manage the increasing traffic pressure in cities. This approach aims to establish a sustainable traffic control solution that will prove effective for years to come. Bihar faces challenges with an overabundance of two-wheelers, exceeding the national average by 10%, requiring a specially tailored plan to control this situation.
All Departments Involved in Traffic Management Must Participate
Dr. Rohit Baluja, the founder of the Institute, highlighted the collaborative effort involving engineers, cameramen, videographers, and forensic researchers who will collect and analyze traffic-related data, images, and videos in these cities. The analysis will take place in various laboratories at the institute’s Delhi facility. The results will offer suggestions to enhance the current traffic situation based on different standards.
Lack of Traffic Engineering Addressed
Dr. Baluja emphasized that most cities face complaints related to the lack of traffic engineering. The involvement of all departments related to traffic management is crucial for success in traffic management initiatives.
