Srinagar: Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir, Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari Monday said that they will further intensify drive against errant drivers with special focus on underage drivers.
He said that underage driving will not be tolerated, and that vehicle owners found lending their vehicles to minors will face legal action. “If any minor is caught driving, the vehicle will be seized, and its owner—be it a parent, guardian, neighbor, or friend—will be held accountable under the law,” he stated.
The RTO outlined a comprehensive strategy to intensify random checks and inspections across Kashmir, stating that the focus will be on adherence to traffic rules, verification of documents, and responsible vehicle usage.
RTO Kashmir urged the parents to take responsibility in preventing underage driving; stressing that instilling civic sense and responsible driving habits should begin at home.
“We want sensible and responsible driving to stem from a collective civic responsibility, not solely from enforcement. Parents must ensure their children understand the dangers of reckless and illegal driving, both to themselves and society,” he said.
In a warning, he said licenses of those found violating traffic rules would be cancelled and registrations of their vehicles suspended.
“Violators should expect severe penalties, including cancellation of driving licenses, suspension of vehicle registrations, and vehicle seizures. There will be zero tolerance for traffic violations,” RTO Kashmir said. (KNO)
