Panaji: The State traffic police have informed that total 97 people lost their lives in road accidents reported between January to April, this year.
Office of the Superintendent of Police, Traffic in a press note issued has informed that during the year 2019 (till April 30, 2019) total 1213 motor vehicle accidents have been reported.
In order to prevent road accidents and loss of precious lives, apart from regular enforcement Traffic Police cell has conducted special drive against traffic violation for two weeks. During the special drive, Traffic Police have prosecuted violators such as driving dangerously -590, riding/driving by minor-85, modified vehicles-60 and dazzling light-1116.
It is further informed that, special drive will be undertaken in future. Motorists are requested to follow traffic rules and adhere to safety norms. They are also requested to cooperate with traffic police to make Goan roads safe
