Chief Secretary’s review of electronic road safety enforcement in Jammu & Kashmir is a timely and welcome intervention.\u00a0This is a significant step towards modernising urban governance.\u00a0The directive for the full utilisation of the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) and Intelligent Traffic Light System (ITLS) underscores a critical shift needed from infrastructure creation to its effective operation. This tech-driven vision promises not only smoother traffic flow but also a fundamental enhancement of public safety and convenience. The Chief Secretary\u2019s concern over the underutilisation of these sophisticated systems hits the nail on the head. It is a common pitfall in public administration to invest heavily in technology only to let it languish due to poor maintenance, expired licenses, or a lack of sustained focus. The revelation that Srinagar’s ITMS was hobbled by an expired license is a stark reminder that a one-time installation is not enough. For the crores of public money invested, a proactive and continuous maintenance regime is non-negotiable. The plan to extend Rural ITMS to key district junctions is particularly praiseworthy. Traffic congestion and safety are no longer exclusive to metropolitan centres. As development permeates all regions, pre-emptively deploying technology in districts like Anantnag, Baramulla, and Kathua will prevent future gridlock and save lives. This forward-thinking approach ensures that road safety infrastructure keeps pace with J&K\u2019s overall infrastructural growth. The proposed enforcement framework of emphasising evidence-based digital enforcement and real-time data is the cornerstone of a modern, transparent system. It minimises subjective, on-the-spot penalties and replaces them with objective, technology-driven accountability. This not only deters traffic violations more effectively but also enhances public trust in the process. The commitment to make all systems fully functional by December 2025 sets a clear deadline. However, the true test lies in the interim execution – the swift repair of hardware, the renewal of licenses, and the seamless inter-departmental coordination. The people of J&K deserve a traffic management system that is as dynamic and forward-moving as their aspirations. The administration\u2019s success in translating this directive from the meeting room to the streets will be the ultimate measure of its commitment to tech-driven, citizen-centric governance.<\/p>\n
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