MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): In a strict enforcement drive against reckless driving, the administration of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) launched a crackdown on motorcyclists engaging in one-wheeling on the third day of Eid. The operation, carried out by the police on Pir Chinasi Road, led to the confiscation of motorcycles found without proper documentation.
Law enforcement took immediate action against the dangerous stunt that continues spreading as an escalated threat mainly during festival times when teenage riders display dangerous wheeling maneuvers. The police seized multiple motorcycles from the operation while planning to start legal procedures against all offenders.
Performing one-wheeling maneuvers by raising the motorcycle front wheel creates major safety threats for drivers themselves and all users of the road. Stunt performers have caused multiple dangerous accidents, resulting in fatal and life-threatening injuries in recent times. The Azad Kashmir administration has often warned against these dangerous actions but such practices continue to persist mainly because young enthusiasts try it during festive periods.
Road safety takes priority at the moment according to law enforcement who declare they will not accept any actions that create life-threatening risks. One-wheeling is not just a violation of traffic laws; it is a life-threatening activity. Parents must also play a role in discouraging their children from engaging in such dangerous stunts, the general public and administration have expressed.
The Azad Kashmir administration has urged motorcyclists to adhere to traffic laws and prioritise their safety and that of others on the road. The officials predict more future operations targeting dangerous driving practices will happen. Residents should inform law enforcement about reckless driving occurrences to build road safety for everyone.
The increased traffic incidents have made the enforcement operations represent vital lessons about driving safety. The government strongly upholds its policy against road safety law violations, especially when such violations threaten human lives.
