Traffic Awareness Programs Reduce Vehicle Accidents by Over 19% in Kathmandu Valley
Summary
Vehicle accidents in the Kathmandu Valley have dropped by more than 19% after traffic police expanded awareness programs across communities, schools and colleges. The office says continued education on road rules and safe travel is helping reduce crashes and losses of life and property.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office says vehicle accidents have fallen by more than 19 percent after sustained awareness campaigns.
- In fiscal year 2083/84, the office conducted 10,720 traffic awareness programs.
- Campaigns have been expanded from roads to communities, schools and colleges to improve road-user behavior.
- Police say further reductions are possible if traffic rule compliance and safe driving awareness continue.
