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This article shares details about a meeting held in Supaul to tackle traffic jams and encroachments in the city.
A meeting was recently held in Supaul to discuss the ongoing traffic jam issues in the city. The Sub-Divisional Officer, Indraveer Kumar, and the Sub-Divisional Police Officer, Gaurav Gupta, led the meeting with various stakeholders to find a solution.
During the meeting, it was highlighted that past efforts to remove encroachments had been made, but there’s still a need to keep the areas clear. The Municipal Council mentioned that shopkeepers are currently placing their goods outside shops, which adds to the congestion.
As a result, the authorities announced that strict actions will be taken against shopkeepers who continue this practice. There will be a public awareness campaign for two to three days, warning shopkeepers that they could face fines and confiscation of goods for violations.
Additionally, the traffic police pointed out that e-rickshaws are a major cause of traffic jams. They noted that e-rickshaws driven by minors or without proper licenses could be fined heavily. Monitoring will be increased to ensure compliance.
Moving forward, e-rickshaw drivers will be informed about the new rules and the consequences of non-compliance. The meeting included various officials and representatives to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding these changes.
Summary:
- A meeting was held to address traffic jams in Supaul.
- Encroachments by shopkeepers are contributing to the problem.
- Shopkeepers will be warned about fines for keeping goods outside.
- E-rickshaws are under scrutiny for causing traffic issues.
- New rules will be communicated to e-rickshaw drivers soon.
