Delhi ITMS: Cabinet Approves Rs 1,789.52 Crore Project
Why in the news
The Union Cabinet on 30 September 2026 cleared an Intelligent Traffic Management System for Delhi at a cost of Rs 1,789.52 crore, including taxes. It aims to ease congestion and improve enforcement on the capital’s major roads.
Key facts
- The system covers 42 traffic corridors.
- It includes 1,092 adaptive traffic control locations and 1,029 enforcement locations.
- Signal timings will change dynamically using real-time traffic data, so heavier traffic directions get more green time.
- Green corridors will give priority to ambulances and other emergency vehicles.
- AI analytics will detect violations such as red-light jumping, helmet and seatbelt non-use and hit-and-run cases.
- Variable message signs and digital platforms will share updates on congestion, diversions and parking.
Project snapshot
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cost | Rs 1,789.52 crore |
| Execution | 3 phases over 24 months |
| Operation and maintenance | 5 years after completion |
| Implementing agency | Delhi Police |
| Project management consultant | C-DAC |
About the context
Delhi has about 7.1 million active vehicles. A Master System Integrator is to be picked through competitive bidding, and Traffic Command and Control Centres will run on a unified platform.
Exam angle
- Note the cost, the 42 corridors and the 24-month implementation period.
- C-DAC is the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing.
- The project is an example of AI use in urban governance.