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Maharashtra is set to transform traffic enforcement: soon, only police wearing body cameras can issue challans. But that’s not all the government is also fast-tracking flood-damaged road repairs and planning smarter infrastructure across the state.
Only cops with bodycams to issue challans in Maharashtra
Mumbai: In a significant move aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in traffic enforcement, the Maharashtra government announced that only traffic police personnel equipped with body-worn cameras (BWCs) will be authorised to issue challans for traffic violations.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis revealed the plan during a legislative council session on Wednesday, stating that the rollout will begin in major cities and expand across the state in phases.
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The announcement came in response to concerns raised by legislators regarding traffic police using private mobile phones to issue e-challans. Lawmakers from both ruling and opposition benches highlighted the potential for misuse and called for a more transparent system.
“The government will work on equipping traffic police with Body-Worn Cameras in phases. Like Goa, only those police personnel with BWCs can issue challans,” said CM Fadnavis. He emphasised that the reform is aimed at ensuring fair and accountable traffic enforcement across Maharashtra.
The Chief Minister added that a dedicated system will be developed within six months to ensure proper recovery of fines issued through challans. Additionally, a committee led by a senior officer will study global and inter-state best practices related to technology in traffic management.
“Based on the committee’s recommendations, a policy framework will be introduced within the next three months,” the Home Minister said, highlighting the government’s focus on adopting international standards and leveraging technology for better governance.
During the legislative session, Maharashtra minister Jaykumar Gore provided an update on the state’s flood-damaged roads. The government has approached the Centre for funds to repair 105 roads under the Solapur Zilla Parishad, which were affected by heavy rains and flooding earlier this year. Supplementary demands have also been submitted to the state finance department to accelerate the repair process.
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MLC Ranjitsinh Mohite Patil had requested details on funding and repair plans. In response, Gore stated that the Zilla Parishad has submitted a detailed report, based on which proposals for central funding were sent through the relief and rehabilitation department.
Gore further mentioned that the Public Works Department is planning to build small bridges and box culverts near minor nullahs that were extensively damaged due to excessive rainfall. The move is aimed at improving the state’s road infrastructure and ensuring better preparedness for future monsoon-related challenges.
This dual focus on technological reform in traffic policing and infrastructural upgrades demonstrates Maharashtra’s commitment to accountability, safety, and long-term resilience.
