- Bengaluru Traffic Police relaunched Cop for the Day for citizen traffic management exposure
- Residents can volunteer to experience traffic policing challenges during peak hours firsthand
- Participants must register via the BTP ASTraM app to join the initiative and gain real experience
The Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) has brought back its "Cop for the Day" initiative, allowing volunteers to act as citizen traffic cops for a day and get on-ground exposure to real traffic management during peak hours. The initiative invites Bengaluru residents to step into the shoes of a traffic cop and understand the challenges involved in managing the city's traffic.
The Bengaluru Traffic Police shared information about the initiative on X, asking residents to gain firsthand experience of the challenges faced by traffic personnel, share their experiences, and offer suggestions for safer and smoother roads.
The department also asked interested citizens to register through the BTP ASTraM app and become a Cop for the Day.
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The post read, "Step into the shoes of a traffic cop with 'Cop for the Day' and experience Bengaluru traffic from their perspective. Gain a firsthand understanding of the challenges faced by our traffic personnel, share your experiences, and offer valuable suggestions for safer, smoother roads."
In a video shared by the police department, Karthik Reddy, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Bengaluru City, said the initiative had been successfully conducted earlier and was now being brought back. He said the programme would allow citizens to spend a day with traffic police personnel to understand their responsibilities and the challenges of managing Bengaluru's traffic.
Karthik Reddy encouraged citizens to come forward, participate, and share their perspectives. He said that together, they could work towards a safer and faster Bengaluru.
How To Apply For Bengaluru Traffic Police's 'Cop For A Day' Initiative
- Download the BTP ASTraM app.
- Register with your mobile number and log in.
- Go to the app's home page and select "Traffic Cop for a Day."
- Fill in the required details and submit your application.
- After successful registration, you can take part in the initiative and experience a day in the life of a Bengaluru traffic cop.
