Authorities in Sikar are rolling out major changes to local traffic management to cope with rising vehicle density and regular congestion across urban roads. Work has officially commenced to install traffic signals at prominent intersections and roundabouts throughout the city. Officials anticipate that the new traffic light system will become operational by the second week of December. During the initial phase, signals will be installed at the police control room and Piprali Circle. A key feature of this initiative is that the entire setup will be monitored online, allowing authorities to keep a close digital eye on motorists through surveillance cameras.
The continuous growth in the number of vehicles has intensified traffic pressure along primary corridors and busy junctions. Drivers frequently encounter gridlocks and chaotic movement patterns across multiple locations. To restore order and streamline vehicular flow, the traffic police department identified specific critical points across the city where signals are most needed. The deployment plan is now kicking off at two primary locations during this first phase.
The most notable aspect of this upcoming system is the integration of digital monitoring via advanced cameras alongside the physical signals. If any motorist crosses a red light or breaks other traffic regulations, the cameras will capture the violation, triggering an automated online challan. This mechanism is designed to enforce compliance strictly while reducing the heavy reliance on constant manual oversight by police personnel stationed at junctions.
Second phase to cover Kalyan Circle and other junctions
Following the initial rollout at Piprali Circle and the police control room, the second phase will extend the automated signaling network to other vital intersections across the city. This upcoming expansion will incorporate Kalyan Circle among other designated spots. Installing signals at these additional locations will help harmonize vehicle movement across different transit corridors. Traffic In-charge Manoj Kumar Bhatiwad stated that ongoing efforts are being made to upgrade the city's transit network. Guided by this objective, several priority locations were previously mapped out for signal installation, starting with the control room and Piprali Circle before moving on to Kalyan Circle and remaining designated areas in the subsequent phase.
