Crime News: A shocking video has gone viral, capturing a man recklessly driving a four-wheeler on the NH-9 highway, raising serious concerns about road safety. The footage, recorded by another driver trailing behind, vividly depicts the man veering onto the footpath of the NH-9 highway, which stretches from Malout in Punjab to Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand. This blatant disregard for traffic rules has ignited a wave of outrage among viewers.Disturbing Footage: A Clear Disregard for Traffic RegulationsThe video, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by journalist Lokesh Rai, shows a Thar SUV careening onto the footpath designated for pedestrians. As the footage unfolds, the driver lowers the left-side wheels off the footpath and continues to drive without any apparent concern for those around him. This reckless behavior has prompted many social media users to voice their discontent and call for immediate action against such violations.#Ghaziabadसड़क ही नहीं फुटपाथ भी अपने बाप की है। थार गाड़ी को फुटपाथ पर चलाने का वीडियो रील सामने आया है, वीडियो इंदिरापुरम के NH 9 सर्विस रोड की है। फुटपाथ पर दौड़ती थार शहर के ट्रैफिक व्यवस्था को आईना दिखा रही है। नंबर सामने है कार्रवाई हो के नजीर बने।@Uppolice… pic.twitter.com/iSdYy9pdAI— Lokesh Rai (@lokeshRlive) December 1, 2024Public Reaction: Calls for Accountability and Stricter EnforcementSince its posting on December 1, the video has garnered over 17,900 views and an avalanche of comments. Many viewers have expressed their frustration with the current state of traffic law enforcement. One individual commented, Seize such vehicles and cancel their registration permanently and cancel the drivers license. They dont even know the right place to drive. Another user lamented that a fine of a few rupees and the matter ends, highlighting the inadequate penalties that fail to deter reckless driving.Need for Change: Advocating for Harsher PenaltiesThe overwhelming response to this incident underscores a growing demand for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and harsher penalties for violations. Social media users have voiced their concerns about public safety, with one commenter stating, Imagine what will happen if you or any of us stop them. You will have to fight to save your life. This sentiment reflects a broader anxiety about road safety and the potential consequences of such reckless behavior.A Call to Action: Ensuring Safer Roads for AllAs society grapples with these alarming incidents, it is crucial to advocate for reforms that prioritize pedestrian safety and enforce stricter regulations on reckless driving. The viral video serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by irresponsible drivers and highlights the collective responsibility to ensure safer roads for everyone. Only through concerted efforts can we hope to prevent such dangerous behaviors from endangering lives in the future.
