According to Statistics thousands of precious lives are lost in tragic accidents across Pakistan. Trains crushing students crossing the Railway line, faulty engines, failure of brakes, and blasts of gas cylinders are a few causes.
In November 2023 a tragic incident happened in the society near our residence. The deadly collision claimed the lives of six innocent people wiping an entire family. Later on, it was revealed it might be a "chasing" case due to personal motives. It created alarm in society and responsible citizens felt worried about the safety of their family members, especially women. The driver was underage, was over speeding, without a driving license and the vehicle was also non-custom paid. It was essential to arrest the criminal but at the same time, it was strange to see a student behind the bars who was deceived by his emotions. His parents must also be very disappointed on this happening. His family will pay for the crime he committed in the heat of the moment for times to come. Younger boys have the adrenaline rush to speed, drift, and drive like a pro but such temptations can cost you your entire life as in the case of this poor kid.
A Senior Traffic Police Officer said to avoid further damage we will file FIR (First Information Report) against all young drivers who do rash driving and this FIR will result in them not being eligible for any government jobs, difficulties, and obtaining Good Conduct Certificates. They will also face difficulties in admission and it will be a part of their record for their whole life. So it is also the responsibility of the parents to not give a car to their children who are not able to drive so as not to risk own or someone else lives.
After this incident, I followed lot of discussions in different social media groups, where some members blamed society, Parents, and a few blamed educational institutions. Its human psychology to learn and get excited on new skills especially driving. You must have observed one-wheel driving and over-speeding. Youngsters are very excited to show off their skills to influence their colleagues and later upload reels on different social media platforms for their personal fan following.
As precautionary measures, Housing communities have issued certain instructions to their residents which include:-
1. Do not give vehicles and motorcycles to underage and inexperienced children to avoid damage to life and Property.
2. Vigilance teams have been formed which will check Vehicle documents, speed, driver's license, and identity card for verification of age.
3. On-spot fine to curb this tendency.
At the Government level, a campaign has been launched by the Police and Education Departments. Strict actions will be taken against underage driving and driving without a license. Thousands of violations have occurred even after this recent incident.
Suggestions:-
A few suggestions given below if implemented will create awareness amongst the public at large for a peaceful and harmonious Society:-
· Following limitations of a learner driver be ensured.
1. He has to display the capital L in front and back of the car.
2. A valid driver's license person must sit with a Learner driver always.
3. He must carry his learner permit with him.
· ➤Driving learning institutions should be registered with the Provincial Traffic Police and parents should get their children trained only through authorized institutions. Presently the Driving instructors get advance payment and teach driving within a week.
· ➤ Obtaining of learner and valid driving license should be given after detailed driving tests.
· ➤ Vehicles driven by young drivers should be monitored through a tracking system by parents.
· ➤ Surveillance cameras should be installed in residential areas to monitor overspeeding and must alert the authorities.
· ➤ Driving tests should again be taken while renewing driving licenses.
· ➤ Awareness campaign by the Education and Traffic Police Department
· ➤ Housing and residential societies should also hold awareness campaigns against rash, driving while drunk and underage driving.
· ➤Traffic rules and Speed limits should be followed.
· If you want to reach early at your destination start your journey early, rather than risking other law-abiding citizens.
· It's better to reach late than never to reach.
· Happy Living.
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