KCCI expresses concern over rising road accidents involving minors

Srinagar, Nov 15: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has expressed grave concern over the alarming trend of rising road accidents involving juvenile drivers in the region, terming it a "loss of valuable assets" for the community.

Javid Tenga, President  KCCI said, "The loss of young lives in road accidents is deeply distressing. One cannot help but feel for the shattered families left behind. But this trend also raises serious questions about why minors are being allowed to operate vehicles, even as basic as scooters, on our roads."

Javid Tenga emphasised that the death of these young individuals represents a significant setback for the region, as they are the future assets of Kashmir. "The loss of these young lives is a loss of our most precious resources. Entire families are left devastated, and it is a social issue that demands urgent attention," he said.

The KCCI president called upon the traffic police authorities to take stringent action against any minors found operating vehicles, stressing the need for strict enforcement of traffic laws. "It is the responsibility of parents to ensure their children are not jeopardizing their own lives and the lives of others by driving underage. We urge the community to be vigilant and report any instances of minors driving to the relevant authorities," Tenga added.

"It is high time we address this issue holistically," Tenga stated. "We need a multi-pronged approach that involves strengthening traffic enforcement, enhancing road safety measures, and most importantly, instilling a sense of responsibility among parents and young people. The future of Kashmir's youth is at stake, and we cannot afford to lose any more lives to this preventable crisis."