In connection with Road Safety Week being observed from January 11 to January 17 under ‘Swachhata Pakhwada-2023’, the Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir, Sajid Yehaya Naqash today visited Bandipora to participate in various road safety week activities.
The RTO Kashmir participated in a Road Safety car rally held to create awareness about traffic rules as part of celebration of National Road Safety Week, 2023.
The RTO Kashmir in presence of ARTO Bandipora, Bilal Ahmad Mir also flagged-off the Road Safety MotorCycle Rally.
The rally started from New Bus Stand Bandipora and passed via Gulshan Chowk and culminated back at Bus Stand Bandipora.
A free eye screening and first aid medical camp was also organised for drivers at New Bus stand Bandipora.
During the camp, hundreds of drivers were screened for eyesight and other ailments by concerned doctors.
A live demo was also held for imparting first aid in case of accidents.
Speaking on the occasion, RTO Kashmir urged the transporters to follow the rules and stressed on maintenance of vehicles.
He urged transporters to strictly adhere to the safety measures to save precious lives and follow traffic rules and road icons during drive to ensure the hassle free movement of vehicles on roads.
In order to avoid congestion, the transport department is working in tandem with police and other auxiliary agencies, he added.
