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| SSP Traffic Rural Jammu held councelling to bikers | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 19: In its continuous efforts towards the awareness programmes in Traffic Rural Jammu jurisdiction to road users/vehicle operators and general public, SSP Traffic Rural Jammu Sh. Vinay Kumar held counselling sessions with the bikers at various places in Samba and Kathua districts in order to educate them about the importance of wearing safety gears and following traffic rules to avoid the fatal and non fatal accidents.
During the counselling sessions, SSP Traffic Rural Jammu emphasized the importance of road safety gears to motorists especially our valued bike riders. The officer appealed to the bikers to always wear a crash helmet including the pillion rider and ensure it is securely fastened which is the best defense against head injuries. Officer advised the bikers to desist from using the mobile phones while driving their two wheelers/ motor bikes and strictly avoid triple riding to ensure.He informed the bikers that as per the survey wearing helmets reduce risk of head injury by 70% (World Health Organization) and due to non wearing of helmets, 85% of motorcycle fatalities involve head injuries. Wearing standard marked helmets are approximately 37% effective in preventing fatalities and 69% effective in preventing brain injuries. Mr. Kumar cautioned the bikers, not to indulge/ make habit in the wrong lane driving, using short cuts, and overtaking/ stunts, which endangers the precious human lives.
Additionally, SSP Traffic Rural Jammu urged upon the vehicle operators /mini bus & bus operators to obey traffic signals, stop only at designated bus stops, ensure lane driving follow traffic rules honestly and above all not indulge in overtaking/ overloading/ rash driving/ using pressure horns. They shall ride defensively and anticipate the unexpected. Further, the Bus/ mini buses operators have been requested to remove the paints and stickers pasted on the window glasses, front and back screens which blocks the visibility. The emergency exits in the vehicles shall be kept free to facilitate evacuation during any eventuality. While plying the vehicles on the road/ NHWs/SHWs, as a commuter, motorists/ drivers shall give priority to the Emergency vehicles like Fire tenders and Ambulances. The motorists in general shall remember that they share the road with others and first of all behave as a good citizens to work for effective traffic management system when the whole NHW is under construction from Lakhanpur to Bari Brahmana.
Kumar also informed that to avoid the cancellation/suspension of vehicle documents and lodging of FIRs under relevant MVAct/rule , the vehicle modifications especially in Thar / Royal Enfield owners and other vehicles in contravention of Registration Certificates is a crime and shall be strictly avoided. Modified tyres may not meet regulatory standards, potentially leading to fines or penalties. Modification may seem appealing, but the risks far outweigh any potential benefits. Protect yourself, your vehicle, and others by sticking with manufacturer-recommended tyre specifications. Remember, safety should always be your top priority. As per the survey 75% of tyre-related accidents are caused by improper tyre modification and increase the risk of tyre blowouts by 300%.
Furthermore, SSP Traffic Rural also appealed to all kind of vehicles operators especially the two wheeler operators to void using stickers, tape, or other materials to hide/temper digits on their vehicle registration plates which is also a crime and disobedience to Traffic rules. It shall be ensured that the vehicle's number plate is clearly visible. Concealing number plates can lead to license cancellation and worsen accident consequences. Remember a clear number plate is not just a legal requirement but a responsible driving practice.
Kumar requested the road commuters to cooperate with Traffic Police to safeguard the lives of public and to ensure better traffic management for the general public. He further reiterated his commitment to provide better service to masses and to help passengers to reach their destinations safety. Let us work together to make our roads safer and ride smart and ride safe.
The awareness programme was held under the close supervision of M.Suleman Choudhary IPS IGP Traffic J&K and Dr. Mohd. Haseeb Mughal IPS DIG Jammu Range. SSP Traffic Rural Jammu was accompanied by Sukhdedv Singh Dy SP samba Kathua, Inspr.. Aijaz Pervaiz DTI Samba/Vijaypur and Inspr. Kapil Manhas DTI Bari Brahmana during the programme in the jurisdiction.
SSP Traffic Rural Jammu Vinay Kumar called upon the Traffic officers and officials to dedicate themselves with highest ethical and professional standards to maintain the public confidence. Moreover, special awareness sessions be organized to familiarize the general public especially youth about the Traffic laws and other road safety measures. |
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