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Array of directives were issued to streamline operations and improve services delivery. Officials were instructed to prominently display the procedures for applying for various services at office premises for better public awareness. In addition, directions were issued to conduct joint enforcement drives and challan motorcycles with masked number plates or those without helmets, ensuring compliance with traffic rules.
As part of Road Safety Awareness Week, the Transport Commissioner directed the ARTO to conduct a mega road safety awareness event under the supervision of DC Rajouri. He also emphasized engaging students from higher secondary schools in traffic management campaigns. Later, the Transport Commissioner visited ARTO Office and Officials were directed to issue driving licenses and permits within the stipulated timeframe to avoid inconvenience to applicants.*
The Department was asked to identify hungry routes and prioritize services on the same, with advertisements to be released on social media to ensure broader public outreach. The ARTO was instructed to verify stops as per zoning and notify stands. The enforcement authorities were asked to ensure the e-rickshaw owners operate the vehicle personally and prominently display rate lists.
Mahajan interacted with transporters, urging them to avoid overloading and overspeeding. He also directed for installation of mirrors at emergency windows to ensure passenger safety. The review meeting was attended by SSP Traffic Rural Jammu, G.L. Sharma; Regional Transport Officer Jammu, Pankaj Bhagotra and other senior officers of the Transport Department and Traffic Police.
