West Bengal launches app to monitor bus drivers and ensure safer roads

Published : Jan 25, 2025, 05:48 PM IST

Bus accidents are a recurring problem in West Bengal, often caused by reckless driving and racing. The state government is now taking strict measures to prevent these accidents, as announced by Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty.

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West Bengal launches app to monitor bus drivers and ensure safer roads
West Bengal Govt takes steps to prevent road accidents

The West Bengal government is taking strict measures to curb road accidents caused by reckless bus driving, as announced by Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty.

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Government takes steps to curb reckless bus driving

Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty announced strict measures to prevent reckless driving and racing among bus drivers.

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West Bengal Govt to monitor bus drivers via app

The state government has developed an app to monitor bus drivers and track speeding, according to Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty.

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Government aims to prevent bus accidents due to speeding

Despite repeated warnings, reckless driving persists, leading the government to implement stricter measures, said Minister Chakraborty.

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Government aims to prevent bus racing accidents

The government is addressing the issue of buses racing on the same route, a frequent cause of accidents in Kolkata and other areas.

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Transport Minister promotes road safety awareness

Transport Minister Chakraborty inaugurated Road Safety Week in Hooghly and issued a stern warning to bus drivers.

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Penalties for reckless driving to be implemented

The Minister announced an app to track bus speeds and driving behavior, monitored by traffic police. The government will implement penalties along with the monitoring app to curb reckless driving.

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Licenses may be revoked for reckless bus driving

Minister Chakraborty warned that reckless drivers could face license revocation after a show-cause notice.

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App expected to reduce road accidents

The Minister hopes the new app will reduce accidents and further action will be taken against reckless driving.

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