Nepal Traffic Police Issue
Well, I accept the fact that one needs to pay a fine if they break traffic rules.
I understand our frustration with the way traffic fines are being enforced. It can be disheartening to see fines being issued in situations where better signage or guidance from traffic police could prevent violations in the first place.
Case 1:
When leaving Thamel and heading towards Sorhakhutte Road, there is a small and barely visible sign indicating that you can't turn right. Once you make the turn, there are usually 6 to 8 traffic police officers waiting to issue fines. Instead of waiting to fine drivers, it would be more helpful if just one of those officers stood at the turn to inform riders that they cannot make a right turn there. This proactive approach could prevent many violations and improve overall traffic compliance.
Case 2:
After turning left from Sallaghari and reaching the point where you need to turn right towards Bhaktapur Durbar Square, there are multiple lanes. The center lane, where you're supposed to turn right, was waterlogged at 8 PM, making it unsafe due to the risk of slipping. Consequently, your friend took the right turn from the right lane, which is meant for vehicles coming from the opposite direction. Despite the empty road and the unsafe conditions of the correct lane, a traffic officer just 20 meters ahead fined your friend for taking the wrong lane. It was pointless to argue, and your friend ended up paying the fine.
In both cases, it seems that the focus on fines overlooks the importance of driver education and safety. Clearer signage, better guidance from traffic police, and consideration of road conditions would not only prevent violations but also foster a more cooperative and safe driving environment.
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