AI on National Highways: Government Plans To Use Artificial Intelligence To Detect Landslides, Waterlogging and Accident-Prone Spots, Says Minister Nitin Gadkari
The Indian government plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) to detect landslides, waterlogging, and accident-prone areas, and black spots on national highways to improve safety and quality. Minister Nitin Gadkari said the rollout will begin in states like Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Check for further details here.
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The Indian government may soon use artificial intelligence (AI) to detect landslides, waterlogging, and accident-prone spots on national highways (NHs). The move is expected to improve road safety and ensure better highway quality. Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari shared this update while speaking at an event on Thursday. The government plans to roll out this technology in states like Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, where landslides and floods are more common. In areas affected by flooding, the government is also exploring different technologies to assess the stability of bridges and other structures. As per a report of Business Standard, Minister Gadkari said, “We are trying to use AI and (other emerging technologies) in detecting landslide-prone stretches, accident-prone spots, waterlogging, and black spots along the national highways.” Tata Motors Issues Statement After Man Dies as Harrier EV in Summon Mode Allegedly Malfunctions in Tamil Nadu’s Avinashi (Watch Video).
AI To Detect National Highways Landslide and Waterlogging Soon
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