32 junctions upgraded with IITMS, with 80 more currently under development
In a significant move to transform urban mobility and strengthen road surveillance, the Nagpur Traffic Police along with civic authorities have fast-tracked the rollout of the ambitious Intelligent Integrated Traffic Management System (IITMS) across the city.
The high-tech initiative, aimed at modernising Nagpur’s ageing traffic infrastructure, is already operational at 32 major intersections, while installation work is underway at nearly 80 additional junctions. However, around 40 intersections will continue to operate on the existing conventional traffic signal system.
The project is expected to redefine how traffic is monitored and managed in the city by introducing AI-powered signals, automated surveillance systems, and real-time enforcement mechanisms.
Originally scheduled for completion by February 14, the project had achieved limited progress, with only 10 junctions operational by the deadline. Following delays, authorities extended the timeline to June, after which implementation gained momentum across key traffic corridors.
Before this upgrade, Nagpur relied on nearly 171 traffic signals, many of which were over two decades old and increasingly inadequate for the city’s expanding road network. To address this, the State Government approved a ₹198 crore project to develop a smart, technology-driven traffic ecosystem.
AI-based signals replacing traditional systems
A major feature of IITMS is the replacement of fixed-timer signals with AI-enabled adaptive traffic control. Unlike older signal systems that often lacked visibility for motorists, the new signals are installed at elevated central points for improved clarity at intersections.
The system eliminates fixed timing and instead uses AI-powered cameras and sensors to assess real-time vehicle density, automatically adjusting signal durations based on traffic flow. This dynamic approach is expected to reduce congestion, shorten waiting times, and improve overall traffic efficiency in Nagpur.
At the core of the system is a central control and monitoring centre linked directly with traffic authorities. Officials will be able to monitor live movement across major junctions through a citywide network of high-resolution surveillance cameras.
ANPR system for vehicle tracking
The upgraded infrastructure also includes Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras that scan High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) and retrieve vehicle data in real time. If a stolen or suspicious vehicle is detected, the system will immediately alert enforcement agencies.
Authorities believe this will significantly strengthen vehicle tracking and aid in crime prevention.
Automated traffic violation detection
The system will also automatically detect traffic violations such as:
- Triple riding on two-wheelers
- Riding without helmets
- Driving without seat belts
- Jumping traffic signals
E-challans will be generated instantly and sent to violators’ registered mobile numbers. Additionally, surveillance cameras will continuously record intersection activity, while UDC cameras will monitor congestion levels and traffic patterns.
According to Rajendra Rathod, Executive Engineer of NMC, the city’s evolving road infrastructure had rendered the old traffic system outdated. “With cement roads, flyovers, and ring roads coming up, the visibility and effectiveness of old signals had reduced. The new system will significantly enhance traffic management and monitoring in Nagpur,” he said.
The IITMS project is being implemented by Keltron, the agency responsible for executing the smart traffic upgrade.
Once fully operational, officials expect the AI-driven system to ease congestion, improve commute times, and position Nagpur among the leading cities in advanced traffic management and urban surveillance.
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