India's Bihar State Imposes Fines, Prohibits Caste-Related Symbols on Vehicles
The Bihar Transport Department in India has recently issued a ban prohibiting the display of caste-related symbols on vehicles, with violators facing fines of up to 2000 rupees (approximately NT$662). This measure aims to curb the public promotion of the caste system and foster equality in public spaces. Additionally, the state plans to upgrade its traffic infrastructure by deploying AI-powered traffic management systems.
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Jin-wei, New Delhi, 9th) India's Bihar state (Bihar) Transport Department recently issued a ban, requiring people to remove caste-related words from their vehicles, otherwise they will face a fine of up to 2000 rupees (approximately NT$662).
NDTV reported that the Bihar Transport Department issued a strict order, requiring all vehicle owners to remove all caste-related markings, including words, phrases, and stickers, from their vehicles within one month. Those who fail to comply will face a fine of up to 2000 rupees.
It is a very common phenomenon for Indian citizens to display caste-related words or stickers on their vehicles. Bihar's move aims to curb the public promotion of the caste system on the roads and promote equality in public places. Officials stated that flaunting caste on vehicles has become a social ill, exacerbating social division and easily leading to conflicts on the road.
The Bihar Transport Department has set June 1 as the deadline for vehicle owners to remove relevant markings. Once the deadline passes, traffic police will conduct large-scale enforcement throughout the state, inspecting all vehicles on the road. The Bihar Transport Department has urged all vehicle owners to take immediate action to avoid legal issues.
Officials from traffic and transportation departments in various districts of Bihar have been instructed to strictly adhere to this order, and everyone must strictly enforce it within their respective jurisdictions.
At the same time, Bihar is also vigorously upgrading its traffic infrastructure. In the future, intelligent traffic management systems will be deployed at 500 to 700 major intersections or accident-prone sections, hoping to strengthen enforcement and reduce the number of casualties due to traffic accidents.
The Bihar government has approved the future deployment of artificial intelligence traffic management systems in various locations. Cameras will be installed at major intersections in Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, and other places. The captured images will be used to identify violations such as running red lights, speeding, driving against traffic, and not wearing helmets.
In addition to traffic enforcement, Bihar's system is also expected to integrate a facial recognition system, enabling authorities to track habitual offenders and help law enforcement agencies identify individuals involved in criminal activities.
Initially, Bihar plans to install about 1,000 cameras, connected to a command center, and continuously monitor. Once a violation occurs, an electronic fine will be automatically issued to ensure enforcement efficiency. (Editor: Chen Hui-ping) 1150509
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Jin-wei, New Delhi, 9th) India's Bihar state (Bihar) Transport Department recently issued a ban, requiring people to remove caste-related words from their vehicles, otherwise they will face a fine of up to 2000 rupees (approximately NT$662).
NDTV reported that the Bihar Transport Department issued a strict order, requiring all vehicle owners to remove all caste-related markings, including words, phrases, and stickers, from their vehicles within one month. Those who fail to comply will face a fine of up to 2000 rupees.
It is a very common phenomenon for Indian citizens to display caste-related words or stickers on their vehicles. Bihar's move aims to curb the public promotion of the caste system on the roads and promote equality in public places. Officials stated that flaunting caste on vehicles has become a social ill, exacerbating social division and easily leading to conflicts on the road.
The Bihar Transport Department has set June 1 as the deadline for vehicle owners to remove relevant markings. Once the deadline passes, traffic police will conduct large-scale enforcement throughout the state, inspecting all vehicles on the road. The Bihar Transport Department has urged all vehicle owners to take immediate action to avoid legal issues.
Officials from traffic and transportation departments in various districts of Bihar have been instructed to strictly adhere to this order, and everyone must strictly enforce it within their respective jurisdictions.
At the same time, Bihar is also vigorously upgrading its traffic infrastructure. In the future, intelligent traffic management systems will be deployed at 500 to 700 major intersections or accident-prone sections, hoping to strengthen enforcement and reduce the number of casualties due to traffic accidents.
The Bihar government has approved the future deployment of artificial intelligence traffic management systems in various locations. Cameras will be installed at major intersections in Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, and other places. The captured images will be used to identify violations such as running red lights, speeding, driving against traffic, and not wearing helmets.
In addition to traffic enforcement, Bihar's system is also expected to integrate a facial recognition system, enabling authorities to track habitual offenders and help law enforcement agencies identify individuals involved in criminal activities.
Initially, Bihar plans to install about 1,000 cameras, connected to a command center, and continuously monitor. Once a violation occurs, an electronic fine will be automatically issued to ensure enforcement efficiency. (Editor: Chen Hui-ping) 1150509
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