After the horrific bus accident on Lucknow-Agra Expressway, the Uttar Pradesh government has adopted a strict stance regarding road safety. Preparations are now underway to make testing of drivers mandatory on all expressways of the state. The health test of the driver will be done before taking the vehicle on the expressway. It will also be checked whether the driver has consumed any intoxicant.
Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has sent a letter in this regard to the officials of the concerned departments and instructed them to take necessary action. He has sent letters to the Additional Chief Secretary of the Home Department, Transport Commissioner, CEO of UPSIDA and Managing Director of Roadways.
According to the instructions, fitness check of the drivers will be ensured before entering the expressway. Emphasis has been laid on implementing the system of allowing the driver to proceed only after examining his health and intoxication status.
Action will be taken against those who violate the speed limit
The government has also given instructions to strictly follow the prescribed speed limit on the expressway. Action will be taken against drivers who speed and ignore traffic rules. The concerned officers have been asked to ensure effective implementation of the rules.
Strictness increased after the accident at zero point
It is noteworthy that yesterday a horrific bus accident took place at the zero point of Agra Expressway. After this incident, questions were raised regarding road safety and responsibility of drivers. Now the government has given instructions to be strict regarding fitness of drivers, drug test and adherence to prescribed speed limits on all expressways of the state.