Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch and Chairman Regional Transport Authority (RTA) Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting of the Authority here in his office chamber. The DC reviewed the issues pertaining to traffic management, regulation of passenger and commercial transport and enforcement of road safety measures across the district.
The meeting was attended by officers from the Police and Motor Vehicle Departments. Among those present were Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) Nawaz Sharief, Dy SP DAR, Shashi Kant, Dy. SP Traffic, Tehsildar Headquarters and other concerned officials.
The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to ensure an efficient, safe and well-regulated transport system in the district. He directed the concerned officers to maintain strict enforcement of traffic rules and ensure that vehicles operating on roads comply with all prescribed statutory requirements. He called for regular inspections and effective monitoring of passenger and commercial vehicles so that commuters are provided safe and reliable transportation facilities.
While reviewing traffic-related issues, the DC stressed the importance of preventing violations of traffic norms and ensuring disciplined movement of vehicles on busy roads and market areas. He directed the concerned enforcement agencies to take appropriate action against violations in accordance with the rules and regulations in force.
The DC further directed the concerned officers to identify traffic bottlenecks and other issues affecting smooth vehicular movement and take timely corrective measures. He called for regular field inspections and close monitoring of traffic arrangements, particularly at locations experiencing congestion and increased vehicular movement.
The Motor Vehicle Department and Traffic Police were asked to work in close coordination and ensure that transport operators strictly adhere to the prescribed rules and regulations. The concerned officers were directed to maintain regular coordination with the district administration and promptly bring important transport and traffic-related issues to its notice for timely resolution.
The meeting concluded with directions to the concerned departments to maintain close coordination, intensify enforcement wherever required and undertake necessary measures for improving traffic management and road safety across the district.
