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Gurgaon has reportedly activated Haryana’s first AI-smart traffic warning screen that displays pending challans in real time, sparking debate over privacy and enforcement
A new AI-powered traffic warning screen in Gurgaon is grabbing attention online after a viral video showed it displaying pending challans of passing vehicles in real time (Image-X/@IndianTechGuide)
Gurgaon has reportedly rolled out Haryana’s first AI-powered smart traffic warning screen, a new system that is said to display pending traffic challans of vehicles in real time as they pass a junction.
A video showing the technology in action has now gone viral on social media, triggering a heated debate online over traffic enforcement, public shaming and the use of artificial intelligence.
The video, widely shared across platforms and later reposted on X by a user named @IndianTechGuide, claimed that the AI-enabled display had been installed and activated in Gurgaon as of now. Text overlaid on the clip read, “Gurgaon now you can’t ignore challans”, while another line stated, “Haryana first smart traffic warning screen goes live in Gurgaon.”
According to the video, the system can allegedly identify vehicles passing through an intersection and instantly display information related to pending challans. Another message in the clip read, “This smart screen will now display pending challan information of vehicles passing by in real time.”
The footage showed multiple examples of how the screen works. In one instance, a vehicle’s registration number appeared on the display along with a warning that read, “Passing Sohna Chowk right now, your PUCC has expired.” Another vehicle was shown with the message, “Passing Sohna Chowk right now has no challans.”
The video also displayed cases involving pending fines. One screen message read, “Passing Sohna Chowk right now has 21 challans of 48500 rs pending”, while another stated, “Passing Sohna Chowk right now has 9 challans of 19500 rs pending.”
As the clip gained traction online, social media users offered sharply divided reactions. While some praised the initiative as a deterrent against traffic violations, others questioned whether such technology addressed larger civic issues or created unnecessary distractions.
“Now, people in India will break the rules to get their numbers on the screen. Instagram Reel ✅” said one user.
Another wrote, “Better to put AI on traffic signal management. This is a distraction while driving. To make it balance from both sides also show the names and photos of govt personnel who has been caught while taking bribes ! Poor citizen always shown with bad face not officials.”
A third user commented, “When will we start using AI to detect potholes, damaged roads, and waterlogging caused by poor planning? Traffic police instantly fine citizens for violations. There should also be road inspectors who identify issues, hold agencies accountable, and ensure quick repairs.”
Some users, however, supported the move. “Please implement this to all our city across the country 🙏” wrote one person.
Another user reacted, “As if Haryanvis feel guilty about it 🤣🤣they’ll flaunt it like a chhapri, don’t underestimate jet buddhi.”
Praising the initiative, one commenter said, “Good initiative. Traffic violators are a menace and they need to be shamed.”
August 02, 2026, 12:00 IST
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