In a first-of-its-kind move, Mysuru city police have launched an innovative beat system for traffic regulation, inviting public participation to tackle growing road issues. The initiative aims to directly involve residents in improving traffic and safety conditions in their neighbourhoods.
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) KS Sundar Raj, the primary goal is to enhance traffic flow and road discipline through collaborative efforts. A coordination meeting was held on Wednesday at the Commissioner of Police’s office, led by Commissioner Seema Latkar, with participation from traffic officers across five stations, the Assistant Commissioner of Police (Traffic), and select concerned citizens.
Under the new system, each traffic police station will create two beat groups, comprising five to six residents who voluntarily commit to assisting traffic officers. In total, 36 citizen-led groups — two from each law and order police station zone — will be established across the city.
The initiative focuses on local problem-solving, where community members can propose and implement ideas to ease congestion, improve signage, or promote road safety awareness.
Before Dasara festivities begin, another review meeting will be convened with the selected participants to evaluate suggestions and kickstart actionable solutions, the DCP confirmed.
This community-policing model is poised to become a blueprint for participatory traffic management, fostering shared responsibility between the public and police for a smoother commute.