Newskarnataka – Bangalore

Bangalore: The High Grounds traffic police took up registration of auto rickshaws after the initiation of Bangalore City Saptavarna Suraksha Sugama Sanchara, by the City traffic police on Thursday February 6.

It is also learnt that the process would be extended to the remaining six traffic sub-divisions shortly, wherein the autorickshaw drivers have been asked to enrol for the scheme.

BC4S aims at identifying autorickshaws by pasting stickers with different colours on vehicles and documenting driver’s details. The idea is to help passengers hire autorickshaws registered with police and ensure safety.

The police would provide alphanumeric code to auto drivers based on locations where they reside. A colour-coded number plate containing the code would be displayed on front and rear of autorickshaws.

It is felt that the initiative would reduce complaints like harassment of passengers, collection of excess fare, refusal for hiring and rude behaviour. It will help commuters identify autorickshaws based on colours if they fail to note down numbers.