Sharjeel urges media to help raise awareness of traffic rules

Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has stated that as a nation, our priorities are shifting. People lose their lives in accidents, and some are left with disabilities.

Speaking as the chief guest at the Consumer Road Safety Award ceremony organised by the Consumer Association of Pakistan in Karachi, he said: “I congratulate all the organizers on the successful Consumer Road Safety Award ceremony. This organization is doing remarkable work with the noble aim of saving human lives.”

Memon further said that our priority should be to serve humanity in every possible way. The concept of road safety arises from a commitment to humanity, and it is imperative that we all contribute by adhering to traffic rules.

He emphasized the importance of respecting traffic rules and educating children about them. He also highlighted the need for awareness, noting that a few moments of haste can not only ruin lives but also create difficulties for others.

Memon stated that when young children drive, it reflects the negligence and irresponsibility of their parents. He urged the media to play its role in raising awareness about traffic rules, emphasizing that violations not only breach regulations but also lead to numerous negative consequences.

The senior minister remarked that in the past, traffic policemen in Karachi were targeted and even killed, yet they remained steadfast and undeterred. He acknowledged their dedication, noting that traffic policemen work tirelessly, standing for hours in the scorching sun, intense heat, and even in cold weather. He emphasized that when traffic policemen stop someone, it is for their safety, and he honours them as our national heroes.

He said that PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, President Asif Ali Zardari, and the chief minister of Sindh have given clear directives to expand mass transit.

He acknowledged that environmental pollution is a significant challenge and announced that the Sindh government is set to launch an eco-friendly electric vehicle (EV) taxi service for the first time. This initiative will benefit both the environment and the country while creating new employment opportunities. At the ceremony, Memon presented shields to traffic police personnel and members of the Consumer Association of Pakistan in recognition of their valuable contributions to road safety.