BANDIPORA, APRIL 13: On the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) today conducted a comprehensive enforcement and inspection drive across the district to ensure safety, compliance and roadworthiness of school buses.
During the drive, a total of 47 school buses belonging to various educational institutions were thoroughly inspected at multiple locations across Bandipora.
The inspection focused on key parameters concerning student safety and legal compliance. Officials verified essential documents including registration certificates, insurance, fitness certificates and driving licenses of drivers. Special emphasis was laid on the availability and functionality of safety features such as emergency exits, fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, proper seating arrangements and speed governors. The mechanical condition of vehicles, including tyres and braking systems, was also examined.
Furthermore, adherence to prescribed norms such as standard yellow colour coding, proper display of school name and installation of safety grills was checked. Drivers and conductors were sensitized about safe driving practices, avoidance of overloading and strict adherence to traffic regulations, particularly while transporting school children.
During the drive, minor deficiencies were observed in some vehicles and on-the-spot instructions were issued for immediate rectification. Necessary action was also taken against violators under relevant provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act.
The Motor Vehicles Department reiterated that such drives will be conducted regularly to enforce compliance and strengthen road safety awareness among all stakeholders.
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