Expressing concern over the loss of several lives in road accidents across Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday instructed authorities to chalk out a comprehensive plan to reduce the loss of lives.
Chairing a conference of District Collectors and senior police officers in the Secretariat in Chennai, Mr. Stalin pointed out that Tamil Nadu was among the States in which several lives were lost due to road accidents. He called for joint steps in this regard by Police, Highways and Transport Departments.
“In major cities, including Chennai, traffic congestion is among the issues affecting the people. A special plan has to be formulated to reduce the congestion,” Mr. Stalin instructed officials. He reiterated that there should be no compromise in dealing with offences against women and children.