Daijiworld Media Network - Bangalore
Bangalore, Apr 20: No doubt Karntaka State Road Transport is considered one of most efficient government institutions in India, having bagged several awards for its achievements.
But awards apart, what will really win the hearts of millions of commuters in the state is its new, innovative method to curb drunken driving.
Soon after announcing that KSRTC Volvo buses will along with pantry and toilet facilities, state home and transport minister R Ashok announced another 'super-tech' facility which could give a big sigh of relief to all those passengers who are worried about rash and negligent drivers, specially those who drink and drive.
Minister R Ashok inspects KSRTC's latest technology
The latest technology is based on sensor - if a driver drinks and touches the steering wheel, a siren will go off and he will not be able to start the bus. The sensor technology is designed to guage alcohol consumption of the driver, and the bus will start again only if a new driver who is not on alcohol takes the wheel.
This facility, which will be implemented very soon, can help reduce the number of accidents in the state, said R Ashok.
One only hopes that the technology is introduced soon, and that it really works.
If only all private and public vehicles could implement this technology, a major number of accidents could be prevented.
However, those drivers who cannot drive without drinks, would now find a way to wriggle out from this sensor! Nevertheless, it is hoped that the technology would be fool-proof so that no clever chap may be able to tweek the siren system.
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