Hyderabad, a bustling metropolis known for its ever-increasing traffic, is facing a worrisome trend of ambulance drivers misusing their sirens. The blaring sirens, originally intended to alert motorists and ensure a clear path for emergency vehicles, are now being exploited by a few drivers, causing significant concern among authorities and the public.
Currently, Hyderabad has approximately 1,000 ambulances, both government-operated and privately-owned. Unfortunately, a majority of these drivers have recently been found to violate the rules outlined in the Central Motor Vehicle Act. The frequency of such violations has prompted a heated debate following a recent incident involving an ambulance driver who misused the siren to clear the way at Basheerbagh, only to later halt at a roadside stall to purchase snacks.
Ramulu, the driver responsible for the incident, has been dismissed from service by Century Hospital and also charged under Sections 190(2) and 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act, highlighting the seriousness of the offence.
