As Jamtha Stadium gets ready to host the high-voltage India–New Zealand T20I on January 21, Nagpur traffic police are preparing to manage the movement of more than 40,000 spectators along with regular city traffic. For the first time, artificial intelligence–based systems will be extensively used to regulate parking, traffic flow and security.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Lohit Matani said two AI-powered applications will be key to match-day arrangements. The first, Parking Pal, will offer real-time information on parking availability at designated zones around the stadium. Once a parking area reaches full capacity, vehicles will be automatically diverted to the next available location to prevent congestion.The second system, the AI Nirikshak Project, will be used for crowd monitoring and security surveillance.Through CCTV cameras installed in and around Jamtha Stadium and on major approach roads, the system will track crowd density, identify suspicious activity, detect possible weapons and help trace known offenders by matching visuals with the police SIMBA database. This, officials said, will enable quicker and more precise responses to any situation.
Adding to the traffic challenge, the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is scheduled from 3 pm to 5 pm on the same day. With St Pallotti College, one of the exam centres, located on a busy traffic corridor, heavy congestion is expected. Traffic police have advised students and parents to leave at least an hour early to avoid delays.
Commuters have been urged to avoid Wardha Road unless necessary, especially during peak hours between 5 pm and 7 pm and again from 10 pm to 11.30 pm. Movement of heavy vehicles on match-day routes will be restricted, with alternative diversions in place.
Cricket fans have been encouraged to use public transport, particularly the Metro rail, to reach the stadium and ease pressure on city roads.
Parking at Jamtha Stadium has been earmarked as follows:
Parking A for VIPs, police and media;
Parking B for four-wheelers;
Parking C at Anvita Farms for two-wheelers;
Parking D-1 for both four- and two-wheelers;
Parking D-2 to D-5 and Parking E at Ultratech for four-wheelers;
Parking G for VCA members;
Parking H for school buses; and Parking I as reserved parking.
With AI-driven systems supporting traffic management, authorities are hopeful of ensuring smooth movement and a safe, hassle-free experience for both spectators and residents.
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