In a bold move to curb road accidents and streamline traffic across Uttar Pradesh, the Transport Department has launched a massive crackdown on illegal parking during the ongoing Road Safety Month. From January 1 to 31, authorities are conducting a statewide campaign targeting vehicles parked haphazardly on expressways, national highways, state highways, and major roads.
Transport Commissioner Kinjal Singh announced that 117 dedicated holding areas or parking sites have been identified province-wide to provide safe spots for drivers. This initiative addresses the deadly hazards posed by vehicles stopped on road shoulders, which often turn into ‘death traps’ for high-speed traffic. Sudden obstacles lead to severe collisions, and enforcement teams are now instructed to clear roads completely, directing vehicles to these designated zones.
The department’s dual strategy combines strict enforcement with public awareness. Between January 1 and 27, officials inspected 4,949 vehicles, issuing challans to 3,488 for violations including illegal parking. In serious cases, 55 vehicles were impounded on the spot, while 1,847 were towed away using cranes to restore smooth traffic flow.
Awareness efforts are ramping up too. NCC cadets, Scout Guides, and youth from voluntary organizations across districts are receiving training on traffic rules to spread the message of road safety effectively. Commissioner Singh emphasized the department’s commitment: through awareness and rigorous enforcement, every journey in Uttar Pradesh will be safer. This campaign promises to continue beyond Road Safety Month, ensuring lasting improvements in road discipline.