State
DM orders enquiry into Nagrota accident
By: TP News
Date: 10/28/2024 6:38:49 PM
Jammu:
District Magistrate Jammu, Sachin Kumar Vaishya, who also chairs the District Road Safety Committee, has ordered an enquiry into the recent motorcycle accident at Panjgrain, Nagrota, resulting in the loss of three lives.
A committee headed by Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Rajesh Kumar has been entrusted to ascertain the cause of the accident within seven days and to find out whether any shortcomings, such as inadequate signage, improper gradient, or lack of mandatory safety measures led to the accident. The committee comprises officers from departments, including the Public Works Department (R&B), Transport Department and other enforcement agencies.
The District Magistrate has also expressed his deep condolences to families of the victims. In light of this tragic incident, the DM has urged all drivers and pillion riders to adhere strictly to traffic and road safety rules.