CTO orders strict action against motorcyclists riding without helmets

RAWALPINDI, Jun 29 (APP): City Traffic Police (CTP) Rawalpindi have launched crackdown against motorcyclists riding without helmets, with strict enforcement measures introduced across the city to improve road safety.

Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Rawalpindi Farhan Aslam has directed all circle and sector in-charges to adopt a zero-tolerance policy and deploy special enforcement teams at all major entry points to the city to ensure compliance with helmet regulations.

Speaking on the occasion, CTO Farhan Aslam said that protecting the lives and property of citizens has always remained the foremost priority of the Rawalpindi Traffic Police. He noted that motorcyclists account for approximately 73 percent of road accident victims, with head injuries being the leading cause of fatalities in such incidents.

He said the department is committed to ensure the mandatory use of helmets, adding that the ongoing helmet enforcement campaign has already resulted in a 40 percent reduction in head trauma cases over the past few months. However, he stressed that stricter enforcement is essential to further reduce road fatalities and serious injuries.

The CTO clarified that the objective of the campaign is not to generate revenue through traffic fines but to safeguard precious human lives. He added that widespread helmet use can significantly reduce fatalities and ease the burden on hospital emergency departments.

Appealing to the public, Farhan Aslam urged motorcyclists to wear helmets not out of fear of penalties but for their own safety and the well-being of their families. He also advised road users to strictly observe lane discipline, emphasizing that adherence to traffic laws and the use of helmets are key to ensure safe travel.