The Road Doctor moving from one pothole to another with precision.(Photo Credit: X)
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News1816-01-2026, 10:06

Andhra's 'Road Doctor' Zaps Potholes, Goes Viral: India's First Mechanized Repair System

  • Kakinada city in Andhra Pradesh introduces the 'Road Doctor', a tech-driven vehicle to detect and repair potholes efficiently.
  • The innovative machine uses cameras, sensors, AI, LiDAR, and accelerometers to identify and fix damaged road stretches quickly.
  • A video of the 'Road Doctor' in action went viral on X, drawing widespread praise for its speed and efficiency.
  • Social media users lauded CM N. Chandrababu Naidu's governance and called for similar solutions nationwide, citing potential cost savings.
  • While many were impressed, some critics questioned the need for such repairs if roads were built with better quality initially.

Why It Matters: Andhra Pradesh's 'Road Doctor' is India's first mechanized pothole repair system, gaining viral acclaim for efficiency.

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