The facility will be available free of cost to all those who register for it. Everyday two SMS each during morning and evening peak hours will be sent to the subscribers. SMS will indicate congestion points and bottle necks. In addition reasons and alternatives will also be sent. Additional messages will be sent whenever there are man-made disruptions in traffic like agitations, serious accidents etc.
There are two methods to register: one, by sending SMS ‘JOIN BTP’ to 567678 and two, by logging on to Bangalore Traffic website: www.bangaloretrafficpolice.gov.in. Commuters can unsubscribe by sending SMS, ‘LEAVE BTP’ to 567678 or through the website.
Published 16 October 2009, 19:00 IST