3 hrs ago

Prakasam Assigns Officers to Monitor Accident Hotspots

Officials in Prakasam want to make dangerous roads safer.

They will assign one officer to each accident hotspot.

These officers will watch the locations regularly and help prevent crashes.

There are 54 road stretches that need close monitoring.

Authorities will teach bus drivers and students about road safety.

They will also use cameras, patrols and warning signs.

About 300 special mirrors have already been installed to help drivers see better.

Officials also discussed preventing drug abuse and protecting women.

They said drug-related problems and offences against women had declined significantly.

Key facts

Monitoring system: One officer will be assigned to each identified accident hotspot.
Dangerous stretches: Officials were directed to identify and monitor 54 locations.
Convex mirrors: Around 300 mirrors have been installed, including 18 on Srisailam Ghat Road.
CCTV surveillance: Highway CCTV cameras are to remain functional, with Wi-Fi used where necessary.
Awareness efforts: Programmes will target APSRTC drivers, schools, colleges and villages.
Additional measures: Public-address systems, additional outposts, warning markings, and Eagle and Shakti teams are being deployed.
Trishool programme: The initiative covers drug-abuse prevention, women’s safety and road safety.

deccanchronicle.com · 3 hrs ago