With reference to the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) being implemented in public transport, consider the following statements: 1. The BMTC pilot project involves the deployment of 150 buses equipped with ADAS. 2. The ADAS technology utilizes cameras, sensors, GPS/NavIC, and 4G LTE to monitor driver fatigue. 3. KSRTC plans to install 100 ADAS units across 17 divisions by October 2027. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

KSRTC to install 100 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems in buses by October 2027

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, railways)· Prelims· 3 October 2026

Smart mobility and IoT integration for public safety: a GS3 and Sci-Tech application.

Why in news

KSRTC announced plans to install 100 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in buses across 17 divisions to monitor road hazards and driver fatigue.

Background

KSRTC will deploy 100 ADAS units between November 2026 and October 2027. BMTC plans a pilot project for 50 buses using cameras, sensors, GPS/NavIC, and 4G LTE via a cloud-based platform.

Facts for Prelims

S&TADAS: Uses cameras, sensors, GPS/NavIC, and 4G LTE to monitor road hazards and driver fatigue.
FactKSRTC to install 100 ADAS units across 17 divisions by October 2027.
FactBMTC to conduct a pilot project for 50 buses.
PlaceKSRTC: Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) being implemented in public transport, consider the following statements:

The BMTC pilot project involves the deployment of 150 buses equipped with ADAS.
The ADAS technology utilizes cameras, sensors, GPS/NavIC, and 4G LTE to monitor driver fatigue.
KSRTC plans to install 100 ADAS units across 17 divisions by October 2027.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The BMTC plans a pilot project for 50 buses.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how the integration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and IoT-based monitoring can enhance public transport safety and operational efficiency in urban India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Data privacy: Balancing real-time driver monitoring with personal privacy rights
Infrastructure gap: Requirement for high-speed 4G LTE connectivity in rural transport corridors
Cost-benefit analysis: High initial capital expenditure vs long-term reduction in accident-related liabilities

Keywords: Public Safety · IoT Integration · Smart Mobility · Operational Efficiency · Real-time Monitoring

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