Assam Police Issued Road Safety Guidelines for Safe Picnic Season

Staff Reporter

Guwahati: With the onset of the picnic season, the Assam Police issued guidelines to encourage the citizens to prioritize road safety to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. The police urged citizens to adhere to these safety measures for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Road Safety Do’s:

n Designate a sober driver: Always assign a non-drinking individual as the driver for the trip.

n Use fit vehicles: Ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy and has undergone necessary maintenance before travelling.

n Choose legal transport: Use passenger vehicles like private cars, buses, or tempo travellers that comply with legal and safety norms.

n Wear seat belts and helmets: Ensure all passengers in cars wear seat belts and motorcyclists wear helmets.

n Drive responsibly: Follow all traffic rules, maintain speed limits, and ensure your journey is safe for passengers and others on the road.

n Plan parking safely: Park vehicles only in designated, safe areas near picnic spots to avoid accidents or inconvenience.

n Carry essentials: Keep emergency items like a first-aid kit, drinking water, and vehicle repair tools for unforeseen situations.

n Inform local police station: All picnic parties should inform local police stations regarding the origin and the destination of the travel before proceeding for the same.

n Use emergency numbers: Note and save helpline numbers:

* 112 (for police and emergency assistance).

* 108 (for medical emergencies).

* District-specific helpline numbers will also be issued by respective authorities.

Road Safety Don’ts:

n Don’t overspeed: Avoid overspeeding or reckless driving, especially on hilly or narrow roads leading to picnic spots.

n Don’t drink and drive: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited and punishable by law. The same must be strictly followed by all picnic parties.

n Don’t overcrowd vehicles: Do not exceed the seating capacity of vehicles, as overcrowding significantly increases the risk of accidents.

n Don’t use goods vehicles for passengers: It is illegal and unsafe to use trucks or other goods vehicles to transport people.

n Don’t play loud music while driving: Avoid distractions like excessively loud music, which can impair your focus on the road.

n Don’t use unfit vehicles: Avoid using old or poorly maintained vehicles for long-distance travel.

n Don’t park in unsafe areas: Refrain from parking in unauthorized or unsafe locations, which can obstruct traffic or pose safety risks.

n Don’t ignore weather conditions: Avoid travelling in adverse weather, such as heavy fog or rain, without proper precautions.

n Don’t start movement before sunrise and after sunset: Picnic parties are advised to start their movement after sunrise and plan their return before sunset to avoid adverse weather and visibility conditions.

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