SARGODHA:District Police Officer (DPO),Tauqeer Muhammad Naeem has directed police to intensify measures to prevent road accidents and promote traffic safety across the district.
According to a press release issued by the DPO office here on Wednesday,the district police,city traffic police and Punjab Highway Patrol Police have launched a joint road safety awareness campaign at educational institutions, bus stands and other public places.
Mobile Education Units were educating citizens about traffic laws,the mandatory use of helmets and safe driving practices while efforts were also being made to ensure compliance with traffic regulations across the district.
The DPO also conducted a special training session and briefing for traffic police officers and personnel, emphasizing effective enforcement of traffic laws and the implementation of road safety measures.
During the last three months,48 drivers were arrested for serious traffic violations and their driving licenses were cancelled.
Action was also taken against 1,139 underage drivers,who were fined,police said.
The DPO warned that legal action would also be taken against parents who allow their underage children to drive cars or motorcycles.
He urged parents not to allow minors to drive, saying those who put the lives of their children and other road users at risk by handing over vehicles to underage drivers could not escape responsibility.
The DPO appealed to citizens to act responsibly and strictly observe traffic laws to help prevent accidents and protect precious human lives.