Helmets made compulsory for motorcycle riders in Islamabad regardless of gender

ITP CTO Zeeshan Haider says after two weeks, fines would be imposed on those found violating the rule

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The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has made it mandatory for motorcycle riders and pillion passengers to wear helmets regardless of gender in a bid to enhance road safety and protect commuters from serious injuries.

According to the ITP spokesperson, the decision was taken to curb the rising number of road accidents involving motorcyclists. Officials noted that passengers seated at the back are equally vulnerable in the event of a crash.

ITP Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Zeeshan Haider said that wearing a helmet would now be compulsory for both men and women riding on motorcycles. The rule will come into effect after a two-week awareness campaign.

اسلام آباد ٹریفک پولیس ایجوکیشن ونگ کی جانب سے شاہین انٹرسیکشن پر موٹر سائیکل پر سوار دونوں افراد کے لئے ہیلمٹ کے استعمال پر روڈ سیفٹی مہم، شہریوں میں پمفلٹ تقسیم کئے۔

جس کا مقصد کا بائیک پر سوار دونوں افراد 2 افراد کو ہیلمٹ کے استعمال کی ترغیب دینا ہے۔ #WeRIslamabadPolice… pic.twitter.com/oWSDMcJI8t

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“Initially, the public will be educated about the importance of wearing helmets for both riders,” he said, adding that  .

CTO Haider maintained that the use of helmets significantly reduces the risk of fatal injuries in accidents and can help save up to 50 per cent more lives in such cases.

He further clarified that in instances where the passenger is not wearing a helmet, the penalty will be imposed on the motorcycle driver.

The ITP has urged the public to comply with the new regulation for their own safety and that of others on the road.