SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 19: In response to the alarming increase in road accidents involving minors and the recent tragic incident that claimed the lives of two teenagers, the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) today convened a crucial stakeholder meeting with top government officials and community representatives at chamber office.
The meeting presided over by KCCI President Javed Ahmad Tenga was attended by Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, VK Bidhuri; SSP Srinagar, Imtiyaz Hussain; and SSP Traffic, Muzaffar Shah, alongside KCCI office bearers, executive committee members, school management representatives, members of parent association and civil society stakeholders.
KCCI President Javid Tenga emphasized the chamber’s commitment to public safety, stating, “We believe KCCI will play an important and constructive role in curbing the rate of accidents and raising awareness among parents and students. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that precious lives are not lost through preventable accidents.”
Addressing the gathering, Divisional Commissioner VK Bidhuri revealed that preliminary steps have already been taken: “We have issued directions to school authorities regarding this matter. While we will launch an aggressive awareness and enforcement campaign, parents must ensure their wards do not operate two-wheelers or four-wheelers without proper authorization.”
SSP Srinagar Imtiyaz Hussain took a firm stance on enforcement, warning that parents could face legal consequences for enabling underage driving. He emphasized that such actions constitute abetment to crime and may result in legal proceedings against guardians who allow minors to operate vehicles.
