Budget includes funds to digitalize Malé traffic management with AI

Finance Minister Hassan Zareer has announced that the proposed state budget for next year includes an allocation to digitalize traffic management in Malé using Artificial Intelligence (AI). Presenting the budget to the People's Majlis, the minister stated that establishing a convenient living environment and strengthening public services in the Malé region is a priority for the government. As part of this, a 'Greater Malé Transportation Mobility Plan' will be implemented next year to address the issues faced by residents in the Greater Malé region. Minister Zareer explained that the objective of the plan is to reduce congestion and create an environment where people can live with ease. A Smart Traffic Enforcement System has been included in the budget to modernize Malé's traffic system by using AI to digitalize traffic management. The budget also includes provisions for increasing human resources needed to provide quality services from police centers being established in various regions to maintain law and order across the islands.