Rising road accidents: KCCI calls for immediate actions to save precious lives

Srinagar: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) has expressed  grave concern over rising road accidents and the alarming trend of rising road accidents involving juvenile drivers in the region, terming it a “loss of valuable assets” for the community.
The loss of young lives in road accidents is deeply distressing. One cannot help but feel for the shattered families left behind. But this trend also raises serious questions about why minors are being allowed to operate vehicles, even as basic as scooters, on our roads, KCCI said in a statement to Ziraat Times.
The KCCI believes the death of these young individuals represent a significant setback for the region, as they are the future assets of Kashmir. “The loss of these young lives is a loss of our most precious resources. Entire families are left devastated, and it is a social issue that demands urgent attention,”.
The KCCI calls upon traffic police authorities to take stringent action against any minors found operating vehicles, stressing the need for strict enforcement of traffic laws.
“It is the responsibility of parents to ensure their children are not jeopardizing their own lives and the lives of others by driving underage or without licence. We urge the community to be vigilant and report any instances of minors driving to the relevant authorities,”
“It is high time we address this issue holistically. We need a multi-pronged approach that involves strengthening traffic enforcement, enhancing road safety measures, and most importantly, instilling a sense of responsibility among parents and young people. The future of Kashmir’s youth is at stake, and we cannot afford to lose any more lives to this preventable crisis.”

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