New Delhi, Aug. 14 -- Punjab's Sadak Surakhya Force (SSF), a dedicated highway patrol unit, plans to expand its road network coverage and integrate artificial intelligence (AI), satellite data, drones and geospatial technology into its operations as part of a long-term road safety programme.

The force, launched in January 2024, has responded to 43,983 road accidents and assisted 47,386 people between February 2024 and January 2026, according to Punjab Police. Of those assisted, 19,973 received first aid at accident sites and 27,413 injured people were shifted to hospitals.

Punjab director general of police Gaurav Yadav said fatalities on specific highway stretches patrolled by the SSF fell by 45-48%. According to figures cited by the po...