ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Traffic Police has announced that wearing helmets will now be mandatory for both the rider and pillion rider on motorcycles , regardless of gender.
Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Zeeshan Haider said the new rule will be enforced after a two-week public awareness campaign. During this time, the public will be educated on the life-saving benefits of using helmets.
After the campaign ends, police will start issuing fines to those not wearing helmets, including pillion riders. The CTO stressed that helmets play a critical role in preventing serious injuries and saving lives in accidents.
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In another major step towards improving road safety, the Islamabad Traffic Police will start using drone cameras to catch traffic rule violations on main roads. Chief Traffic Officer (Rtd.) Captain Zeeshan Haider said the drones will first be used on Islamabad Expressway and Srinagar Highway, and later on other roads and sectors across the city.
He said the drones will help police quickly spot traffic violations and issue challans on the spot. The system will also help reduce traffic jams and accidents by identifying crowded areas, so special teams can be sent right away.
