The Delhi Police has launched a traffic alert service
In a bid to control the ever problematic traffic menace in the capital, the Delhi Police on Friday launched a free SMS alert service for the people.
The Delhi traffic police's SMS alert service can be subscribed to by sending S DTP (your name) to 9811452220. The police will then send you information about traffic jams due to vehicle breakdowns, water logging, accidents, road blocks, or traffic diversions. To unsubscribe send to the same number.
The service, which will also be available for those who don't use a smartphone, will alert registered users regarding traffic situation in the capital.
"This is an attempt to provide traffic information to commuters before they embark on their journey," Delhi Police Commissioner BS Bassi said after launching the system.
Mr Bassi said that the Delhi Police's traffic unit will work in tandem with associates across the city who will contribute by giving information on traffic concerns.
During the launch, Mr Bassi said the traffic unit wants to maximise the use of the digital platform to become a smarter police force.
The Delhi Traffic police already has highly successful Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp interfaces.