Jaipur, Nov 5 (NationPress) Following the directives of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, the Rajasthan government has initiated a 15-day Road Safety Campaign throughout the state from November 4 to 18. During this campaign, authorities are vigilant against drunk driving, closing unauthorized highway cuts, and enhancing enforcement to reduce road accidents while ensuring adherence to traffic regulations.

This initiative also seeks to bolster emergency response systems, with the Chief Minister's Office monitoring advancements through comprehensive reports from the Home Department.

To facilitate effective implementation, specific departmental roles have been established. The Police Department acts as the lead agency and field coordinator, supervising enforcement across all districts.

Special operations are currently being conducted to target drunk driving, over-speeding, wrong-way driving, and other significant traffic infractions. Legal actions are being enforced against vehicles that lack reflectors or number plates. Police and traffic teams have been deployed across all highways and key routes, while mobile highway patrols and ambulances are under constant surveillance to ensure they're operationally prepared.

A lane-driving system, inspired by National Highway-48, is being introduced on all six-lane highways. The Transport and Road Safety Department has begun suspending and canceling driving licenses for offenders found guilty of drunk driving or over-speeding.

The department is also conducting vehicle inspections, road safety workshops, awareness initiatives, and installing reflector tapes on vehicles.

Simultaneously, the Public Works Department (PWD) and agencies like the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) have been directed to eliminate unauthorized cuts on highways within 15 days. Activities are in progress for white lining, safety railings, divider repairs, and the installation of signboards and warning signals.

Authorities are also working to remove illegal dhabas, bus stops, and other unauthorized roadside structures. Efforts are focused on relocating stray animals from high-risk areas and enhancing service lanes and rest areas for long-haul truck drivers.

The Medical and Health Department is conducting vision check-ups for drivers over the age of 45, while ambulance services, trauma centers, and local hospitals are being fortified to ensure prompt emergency response.

The Urban Development and Local Bodies Department is clearing encroachments from sidewalks, upgrading traffic signals and streetlights, and sharing road safety messages via banners, posters, and digital displays. The department is also reevaluating no-entry timings for heavy vehicles in urban settings.

The Labour Department has commenced inspection and awareness initiatives to prevent excessive driving hours and enforce compliance with rest-period regulations among transport companies. Non-compliance will result in penalties.

At the district level, District Collectors and Superintendents of Police are collaboratively overseeing the campaign through District Road Safety Committees. NGOs, youth organizations, and volunteers are proactively participating to promote helmet and seatbelt usage, discourage mobile phone use while driving, and educate the public on safe road practices.

Citizens who assist accident victims are being recognized for their contributions under this campaign.