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PANAJI: In a major push to improve road safety and discipline, the Goa government will roll out AI-based traffic cameras at 26 identified locations across the state in a phased manner, with enforcement set to begin from July 1, Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho announced after chairing the State Road Safety Council meeting.
The minister said the government will first launch a public awareness campaign to educate motorists about the AI-enabled enforcement system before penalties come into effect.
“The government will begin the implementation of AI-based traffic cameras at 26 identified locations across the state in a phased manner. We will conduct public awareness campaigns before enforcement begins on July 1,” Godinho said.
Stressing the need for stricter traffic regulation, the minister pointed out that Goa welcomes nearly one crore tourists every year, resulting in a significant increase in vehicular movement.
“Goa is a major tourist destination, attracting nearly one crore tourists every year. For tourists, Goa is like heaven, and they go crazy to be in Goa; they also go crazy while driving on the roads, which leads to accidents,” he said.
The AI-powered system is expected to automatically detect traffic violations such as overspeeding, signal jumping and other offences, enabling faster and more effective enforcement while promoting safer driving practices.
The initiative forms part of the government’s broader strategy to reduce road accidents, strengthen compliance with traffic laws and leverage technology for better traffic management across the state.
