NEWS: Bengaluru’s e-accident portal is witnessing ~60 users reporting cases dailyà Around 40% of minor accident cases are now handled online.

ABOUT THE INITIATIVE

• Launched by Karnataka Home Department for online reporting of minor road accidents.
• Citizens can report accidents via the ASTraM app without visiting police stations.
• No FIR required → only acknowledgement generated for insurance claims.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• 10,705 users have used the system within 6 months.
• 150–170 minor accidents/day reported in Bengaluru.
• ~60 people/day using e-portal.
• 40% cases processed online, reducing physical visits.
• Police workload reduced → better focus on serious crimes.

SIGNIFICANCE

• Saves time and effort for citizens.
• Reduces police station burden and paperwork.
• Minimizes corruption/bribe opportunities.
• Enables faster insurance claim processing.
• romotes e-governance and digital policing.