Bengaluru to launch AI-powered Mobility Digital Twin for smarter traffic management

Bengaluru is set to become one of the first cities in India to implement an AI-powered Mobility Digital Twin (MDT), a virtual model aimed at revolutionizing traffic management and enhancing communication with citizens. The Bengaluru Traffic Police have issued a tender for this project, estimated to cost around Rs 1 crore, as part of the city's broader Road Safety and Traffic Management initiative.

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The MDT is a significant leap from traditional reactive traffic policing to a more proactive, data-driven approach. It will provide real-time simulations, predictive analytics, and solutions for managing congestion, improving safety, and addressing mobility challenges. This advanced system will integrate traffic data, weather updates, accident reports, and inputs from various citizen-driven platforms, creating a dynamic, virtual replica of the city’s traffic ecosystem.

MDT also aids in targeted enforcement

In addition to its congestion management capabilities, the MDT will allow traffic authorities to preemptively plan diversions during protests, road closures, or adverse weather. The system will also aid in targeted enforcement by identifying repeat offenders and non-compliant vehicles.

With the use of predictive tools and dashboards, the MDT is expected to reduce congestion, enhance safety, and improve violation enforcement by up to 30%. This innovative move not only promises to streamline Bengaluru's traffic management but also aims to foster greater public trust by ensuring transparency in operations.