Udupi Implements Speed Radar Cameras at Six Highway Junctions
By ETF Desk
The Karnataka state traffic department has activated speed radar cameras at six critical highway points in Udupi district, a first for the region. These automated devices will record and fine motorists exceeding the speed limit, a measure that is expected to deter reckless driving.
The decision follows a review by the district administration and the Karnataka Police, which highlighted rising incidents of speeding‑related accidents in recent months. The cameras are integrated with the central traffic monitoring system and will issue notices directly to the vehicle owners’ registered addresses.
The new infrastructure is projected to reduce speeding offenses by up to 30% and lower accident rates on the busy coastal roads. Local transport watchdogs praise the initiative as a step towards safer roads, though some commuters worry about the number of issued fines. Source: Google News – Udupi District.