January 05, Colombo (LNW): As part of its ongoing commitment to the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative, the Sri Lanka Police have introduced two new traffic enforcement programmes designed to reduce road accidents and alleviate congestion in the country.
The first of these initiatives focuses on addressing the growing issue of vehicle modifications that contribute to road hazards.
It targets vehicles that have been altered with loud horns, flashing lights, excessive modifications, noisy silencers, and other parts that pose an increased risk of accidents.
The operation aims to curtail these modifications, which often disrupt traffic flow and create dangerous conditions for both drivers and pedestrians.
The second initiative seeks to curb reckless driving by public transport buses. Plainclothes officers will be deployed to monitor and identify violations by bus drivers, such as over-speeding, dangerous overtaking, and failure to adhere to safety regulations.
By catching offenders in the act, the police hope to ensure greater compliance with traffic laws in this vital sector.
Both operations are set to run as a pilot programme from January 04 to 19.
The primary objective during this trial period is to raise public awareness and educate motorists on the dangers of vehicle modifications, as well as the importance of safe driving practices.
Officers will issue warnings rather than penalties during this phase, providing motorists with the opportunity to rectify any issues with their vehicles, including removing unauthorised alterations.
