Goa introduces QR code system to streamline tourist vehicle checks; key details here

Goa becomes the country’s first state to implement a QR code-based system for tourists traveling with vehicles. Reports add that this initiative will significantly improve the traffic movement within the coastal paradise. The initiative aims to reduce unnecessary road checks and enhance the overall experience for visitors.
Once a tourist's vehicle documentation has been verified, this cutting-edge technology creates a QR code and sends it via SMS. Because this code is valid for 12 hours, travellers can move around freely without having their documents examined again. If tourists are stopped by traffic officials again, they can provide the QR code, which, when scanned, confirms that all necessary vehicle documentation has already been reviewed and authorised.
So far, Goa police have issued 4,000 QR codes to tourists, reducing the inconvenience of frequent document verification. The initiative is part of the Quick Pass mobile application developed by the Goa police to enhance traffic compliance and minimize disturbances for motorists.
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Speaking about the innovation, crime branch SP Rahul Gupta told TOI, “Goa police have introduced the Quick Pass mobile application for traffic officials, designed to streamline traffic compliance and reduce inconvenience for motorists. This innovative app generates a QR code sent as an SMS to rule-abiding commuters. It is valid for 12 hours.”

He further elaborated, “If the rider is stopped again for routine checks, he can show this QR code. With this initiative, document verification becomes hassle-free, ensuring smoother movement of vehicles while maintaining compliance with traffic regulations.”
Additionally, the app has sophisticated features like geotagging, traffic check hotspot mapping, and real-time traffic data analysis. These tools will enable senior officials to strategically plan traffic management, thereby improving road safety and efficiency.
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“This is the first such app to be developed by any state in the country. It will help improve the tourist experience in Goa,” Gupta said.
By putting this system in place, Goa is paving the way for other governments to follow suit and use technology-driven solutions to enhance visitor experiences and traffic control. Travellers can now enjoy Goa's beautiful scenery without needless disruptions thanks to expedited vehicle checks, which makes the state a more pleasurable and hassle-free destination.