Every citizen raises their voice on the increasing lawlessness across the country but we do not think that the fault of all the lawlessness, violation of traffic rules and excessive speeding on the road today is entirely our own.
The recent death of Federal Minister Mufti Abdul Shakoor in a tragic road accident in Pakistan has once again highlighted the problem of lawlessness on the country’s roads. It is no secret that Pakistan has the highest rate of road accidents in the world where thousands of lives are lost every year due to carelessness, speeding and disregard for traffic rules.
Mufti Abdul Shakoor’s death is a reminder that no one’s life is safe on the streets of Pakistan, regardless of their position in society. The fact is that the car that hit his car was traveling at 110 km/h in a zone where the speed limit was only 60 km/h. Which is a clear indication of willful disregard for traffic rules and safety measures.
The Prime Minister and other officials expressed grief over the sudden death of Mufti Abdul Shakoor, but the government needs to take concrete steps to solve the problem of lawlessness on the streets of Pakistan. This includes increasing awareness of traffic laws and road safety, enforcing fines for traffic violations, and investing in better infrastructure and technology to monitor traffic and ensure compliance with laws.
It is alarming to know that 13 unpaid challans were issued for over-speeding the vehicle that hit Mufti Abdul Shakoor’s vehicle. This shows that there is a serious lack of enforcement and accountability for traffic violations in Pakistan. The government must take steps to ensure that traffic laws are not only improved but also enforced effectively.
The decision to confer Hilal Imtiaz award on Mufti Abdul Shakoor for his extraordinary services is commendable. However, it is important to note that such awards and recognition should also be given to those who work to improve road safety and reduce accidents in the country. This can help create awareness and encourage more people to take road safety seriously.
Road safety is not only a local or regional issue but a national issue in Pakistan. The loss of thousands of lives due to road accidents every year is a problem that affects every corner of the country. Mufti Abdul Shakoor’s death is a tragic example of how careless driving and over speeding can lead to disastrous consequences, and is a reminder of the urgent need to improve road safety in Pakistan.
Mufti Abdul Shakoor was not only a religious but also a public leader. He had devoted his life to the service of the people, his death is a great loss to the nation. Leaders like him are the country’s asset and it is the responsibility of the government and the society to protect and care for them.
