Cyberabad police virtually reach out to parents, children ahead of tech-driven student transport network rollout
Cyberabad police are launching a technology-driven student mobility network to alleviate traffic congestion around schools and enhance child safety. The initiative, discussed in a virtual meeting with parents, aims to integrate public and private transport through a monitored platform. This long-term reform is based on a survey identifying significant gaps in the current student transport system.
- ▪The proposed system will integrate RTC buses and private transport operators for safer student transport.
- ▪A survey revealed that nearly two lakh vehicles converge around schools during peak hours, causing severe congestion.
- ▪The initiative will involve police-verified gig workers and will be monitored through the Cyberabad Police Command and Control Centre.
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In an attempt to address congestion levels around schools, Cyberabad police is planning a technology-driven student mobility network aimed at reducing traffic chaos and improving child safety.The proposed ‘Student Mobility Digital Public Infrastructure’ was discussed during a virtual outreach meeting chaired by Cyberabad Police Commissioner M. Ramesh with parents of school children through a YouTube interaction hosted from the Cyberabad Police Commissionerate on Friday.According to police, the proposed system will integrate RTC buses and private transport operators through a police-verified and digitally monitored platform to create a safer and more organised student transport ecosystem across Cyberabad.Addressing parents during the interaction, the Commissioner said traffic congestion…
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