Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: Goa’s traffic enforcement system is seeing a major push towards technology-driven policing and transparency, with over 1 lakh challans issued between April 2025 and January 31, 2026, the State Legislative Assembly was informed.
In a detailed reply, Chief Minister and Home Minister Dr. Pramod P. Sawant said Police Inspectors issued 60,804 challans, while Sub-Inspectors accounted for 47,422, reflecting intensive on-ground enforcement across the state.
At the same time, the government is increasingly relying on automation to reduce human intervention. Under the Goa Vehicle Authentication (GoVA) project, AI-powered cameras installed at border check posts are now detecting violations and automatically generating fines for vehicles lacking valid documentation.
To enhance transparency during traffic checks, the department has directed officers of Sub-Inspector rank and above to wear body-worn cameras while on duty. Although not mandated by law, the move is aimed at reducing disputes and ensuring accountability.
A total of 135 body cameras have been procured at a cost of Rs. 30.92 lakh.
Highlighting a zero-tolerance stance on corruption, the report revealed disciplinary action against personnel found seeking bribes. Two police constables were suspended in separate incidents for accepting money via digital payment apps instead of issuing official challans.
Officials said the integration of AI tools, digital monitoring systems, and stricter oversight is part of a broader effort to modernize traffic enforcement, plug leakages, and build public trust.
The government also confirmed that revenue collection data is being compiled up to January 2026, with further expansion of AI-based enforcement systems planned to streamline operations and minimize corruption in traffic management.
