ANPR cameras bring down traffic violations in Udupi district, says SP

Udupi police report a significant reduction in traffic violations following the installation of ANPR cameras across the district. Data shows a 64% decrease in over-speeding cases since the cameras became operational in May 2026.
Why it matters
The success of automated enforcement demonstrates the effectiveness of technology in improving road safety and compliance.
Traffic violations in Udupi district have reduced considerably in the seven weeks since the Udupi police installed automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras, according to Superintendent of Police (SP) Hariram Shankar.
The article relies on official police data to report on the efficacy of a public safety initiative.
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