islamabad
The Inspector General of the National Highways and Motorway Police, Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry, paid visit to the Motorway (M-1) and Swat Expressway. On this occasion, the DIG Headquarters and the DIG Motorway North Zone were also accompanying him.
During the visit, the Inspector General was given a detailed briefing at the Sector Office Swabi regarding the overall situation of the Motorway (M-1) and Swat Expressway, traffic flow, safety measures, and arrangements made in view of prevailing weather conditions. The briefing also covered the safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) adopted during foggy conditions and low visibility.
On the occasion, Inspector General Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry issued directives to the officers, emphasizing that all possible facilities should be provided to commuters traveling on national highways and motorways, and that timely assistance must be ensured in any emergency situation. He clearly instructed that during foggy conditions, additional personnel should be deployed, effective patrolling should be carried out, public awareness campaigns should be intensified, and all other necessary measures should be implemented promptly to ensure safe traffic flow.
The Inspector General further stated that the temporary closure of motorways is not intended to inconvenience the public, but rather to prevent accidents and to safeguard the lives and property of motorway users. He reaffirmed the commitment of the National Highways and Motorway Police to remain fully alert and vigilant at all times to ensure public safety, convenience, and safe travel.
