The caption claims the video attached to the tweet shows a signboard in Chennai that displays pictures of those that have broken traffic laws, their offence and the fine imposed on them.
"Great innovation. Ideas Delhi? There are many rogue drivers on the roads," reads a tweet posted on June 22, 2023.
The tweet features a video that appears to show a person's face along with the text "Crossed Red Signal" and "Fine of 1000".
Screenshot of the false post taken on July 6, 2023
The video -- along with a similar claim -- was also shared here and here on Twitter and here on Facebook.
Comments from some users suggested they believed the video was genuine with some praising the Chennai traffic police while others expressing worries over the purported scheme.
"Great idea. It makes people ashamed not to repeat the error. It should be implemented in Mumbai as well," one wrote.
Another said: "Total surveillance?? Why is my face being revealed?? Citizens must ask for privacy of your data."
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