ISLAMABAD: Director General of Roads and Highways Salman Chaudhry said that the safety and security of passengers is our top priority on the occasion of Eid ul fitr. NHMP is doing its best to make passenger journey safer. Taking this opportunity, he said that special measures are being taken against overloading and overloading of transporters. In this case, the regional commander is directed to use available resources to provide emergency assistance and guidance to passengers on expressways and highways. Additional patrol vehicles and officers are planned to be deployed to provide appropriate assistance. The IG, NHMP urged the passengers to be vigilant while traveling to avoid trouble. Traffic violations in any vehicle, especially public transport, must be reported immediately to the Traffic Police on the toll-free number (130). He also added that patrol officers should be provided with firmness if they are overwhelmed or overwhelmed. Motorists must obey traffic rules and not use vehicles that do not fit on the National Highway. It also advises passengers to wear seat belts, obey speed limits, obey traffic laws and ensure safe and careful driving in accordance with traffic laws.
Heavy penalties for Overcharging and Overloading in Public Service Vehicles: IG NHMP
