Roads in India will soon be equipped with smart technology. Artificial Intelligence (AI) sensors and digital twin technology will help detect road weaknesses and potential damages in a timely manner. This will improve traffic management and maintenance in urban and rural areas, helping to reduce road accidents and costs.
Smart Roads: AI-based smart roads are set to be implemented soon in India. This technology will monitor the country's 6.3 million kilometer road network and provide timely alerts for potential damages or potholes. Intelligent traffic systems and drones are already active in Pune and Bengaluru, with improvements in road projects being made through GPS. NHAI has started using digital twins and AI sensors. This will reduce the risk of road accidents, increase traffic efficiency, and lower road maintenance costs.
Timely Alerts with AI Technology
Roads in India will soon be equipped with smart technology. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will provide alerts before accidents occur if any road damage is detected. This technology will monitor India's 6.3 million kilometer road network, reducing the risk of road accidents and allowing for alternative routes to be adopted as needed. AI will prove helpful in tackling problems of road breakage or potholes during the monsoon season.
Continuous monitoring of roads will be possible through AI sensors and data analytics. This will ensure timely repairs and maintenance. The public will benefit from reduced risks on the roads, improved traffic management, and longer-lasting, safer roads.
Identifying Weaknesses with Virtual Models
According to a report by ET Infra, engineers can create a virtual model of the entire road network using digital twin technology. This model analyzes traffic and road weaknesses, identifying potential damages in advance. The software not only identifies problems but also suggests solutions for their rectification. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has begun implementing this AI technology in its project management system, leading to improved quality and safety in road construction.
Impact of AI in Urban and Rural Areas
AI is already operational in traffic management in India's urban areas. The intelligent traffic management system in Pune and the adaptive traffic control system in Bengaluru automatically regulate signals based on traffic flow. The use of drones and GPS in road projects has increased. In Bihar, with the help of AI technology, over 12,000 culverts and 743 bridges were inspected, enabling the identification and repair of damaged structures.
In rural areas, 70% of roads are still inspected using traditional methods. A report by KPMG indicates that AI technology can reduce road maintenance costs by up to 30% and make roads more durable. If the use of AI also increases in rural areas, there will be significant improvements in road quality and safety.
In India, over 1.5 lakh people lose their lives in road accidents every year. According to experts, AI intelligent traffic systems can reduce emergency response time by up to 60% and increase traffic efficiency by 30%. Furthermore, AI assists in monitoring carbon emissions, creating corridors for electric vehicles, and in sustainable road design.
