Tamil Nadu Buses to Get Emergency Panic Buttons and GPS Tracking Devices; ₹17.99 Crore Approved

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister has approved the release of ₹17.99 crore to install Vehicle Location Tracking Devices (VLTD) and emergency panic button systems in buses operated by the state transport corporations.

Under this initiative, location tracking devices will be installed in 13,490 vehicles belonging to eight transport corporations. In addition, 13,776 emergency panic button units will be fitted to improve passenger safety.

The GPS-based tracking system will help monitor vehicle locations, while panic buttons will allow passengers to seek emergency assistance when required.

The approved funding of ₹17.99 crore will be released to the transport corporations to carry out the installation work.

The initiative is aimed at strengthening passenger safety and improving the monitoring of public transport vehicles across Tamil Nadu.