The traffic police in Agartala have initiated a strict operation to combat the rising traffic congestion and night-time accidents plaguing the city. Since Friday morning, the special enforcement team has been discreetly affixing penalty stickers of over five hundred rupees on bikes and cars parked illegally on the side of the road.
With the increasing trend of urban residents purchasing luxury cars and occupying government land for parking, the traffic situation has worsened, affecting the daily lives of the town’s people. The traffic jam continues to escalate, while accidents during the night have also seen a surge.
To address this critical issue, the traffic police have taken action against those who park their vehicles illegally on the city's roads. The first-time offenders are fined Rs 500 and the penalty is doubled for subsequent violations. Traffic DSP Pranab Das stated that the operation targeted the busiest roads in the city, including the motor stand area, to ensure effective enforcement.
Residents of Agartala have expressed their support for such operations to be conducted regularly and without bias towards influential individuals who leave their cars parked on the side of the road for extended periods. The lack of proper parking arrangements inconveniences pedestrians and contributes to the city's traffic woes.
By implementing consistent fines and penalties, authorities hope that car owners will become more mindful of their parking behaviour and take necessary steps to avoid contributing to the traffic congestion. The enforcement team encourages car owners to pay the fines promptly to deter repeated offenses.
The residents' demand for regular enforcement reflects the urgency to address the traffic issue promptly, ensuring a safer and smoother commuting experience for all residents of Agartala. As the operation continues, authorities hope it will raise awareness and prompt responsible parking practices among car owners and alleviate the city's traffic woes.
The traffic police urge citizens to cooperate with the enforcement measures and contribute to making Agartala a smart city with efficient traffic management and safer roads.
Tripura CM Saha holds key meeting with BJP, IPFT and TMP leaders
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday held an "important" meeting between the leaders of ruling BJP and its two allies – Tipra Motha Party (TMP) and Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT) and discussed various political and developmental issue, sources said.
HM Amit Shah's meeting sends a clear message: Not a drop of water to Pakistan
A high-level meeting was held on Friday at the residence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. The 45-minute meeting between the Home Minister and Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil focused on exploring ways to halt the flow of water to Pakistan.
Tripura: TMP chief urges Centre to adopt 'stronger policy' against B'desh
Ruling BJP’s ally Tipra Motha Party (TMP) founder-chief Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma on Friday urged the Central government to adopt a stronger policy stance towards Bangladesh, accusing the neighbouring country of encouraging fundamentalist forces targeting Hindu minorities.
Pahalgam attack: More countries express solidarity with India, offer support in fight against terrorism
Ambassadors of Israel, Egypt, Argentina, and Nepal met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on Friday, expressing solidarity with India in its fight against terrorism following the heinous terror attack in Pahalgam.
Tripura CM directs SPs and DMs to remain vigilant about Pakistani nationals
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday directed the Superintendents of Police (SPs) of all eight districts to regularly share necessary inputs with the Chief Minister’s Secretariat regarding the presence of any Pakistani nationals in the state, officials said.
US supports India's 'hunt' for those behind 'horrific Islamist terrorist attack' in Pahalgam, says Gabbard
Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence (DNI), on Friday said that the United States supports India's "hunt" for the perpetrators of the "horrific Islamist terrorist attack" in Pahalgam that took place earlier this week.
Tehran stands ready to 'forge greater understanding' between India and Pakistan: Iran FM Araghchi
Citing its good relations with both India and Pakistan, Iran on Friday said that it stands ready to "forge greater understanding" between New Delhi and Islamabad following the Pahalgam terror attack, earlier this week.
PM Modi's action will act as deterrent against any fresh attempts to harm India: Tripura CM
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday denounced the Pahalgam terror attack, asserting his staunch belief that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decisive action will act as a strong deterrent against any future attempts by terrorists to harm India.