Brigadier General Dr. Muhammad Radhi Al-Hajri, Director of the Traffic Awareness Department at the General Traffic Department, affirmed that the General Traffic Department yesterday began implementing a comprehensive plan to secure the movement of vehicles and cars during the blessed days of Eid Al-Fitr, as traffic patrols were intensified in all main streets and intersections that are expected to witness Crowding, as well as in the vicinity of mosques and Eid chapels in all regions of the country. And he said to "the East" The first days of Eid Al-Fitr witnessed the occurrence of some minor or minor traffic accidents, and thankfully, they did not result in any serious injuries or deaths, and intervention was made by patrols and traffic men to facilitate the movement of vehicles in those areas, indicating that with regard to traffic Yesterday, the streets of Doha witnessed an almost fluid flow of traffic in many places and roads, due to the reason for this being the proliferation of traffic men, as well as the availability of a large number of chapels designated for Eid prayers, and the opening of mosques also resulted in the absence of congestion or congestion of worshipers. The Director of the Traffic Awareness Department pointed to the continued intensification of the deployment of traffic patrols, as well as the monitoring of road traffic through the central operations room at the National Center, which leads to the flow of traffic in most streets and main roads, especially those close to shopping malls and event venues, noting that As for places that witness crowding by the public or are expected to witness crowding due to the organization of some events, they are closely monitored, as well as in cooperation with the organizers of those events. He continued, saying: For example, the Lusail Trail Festival, the presence of traffic patrols will be intensified to ensure smooth movement, in addition to the General Traffic Department carrying out traffic awareness through the presence of traffic men to urge the public to abide by traffic rules and laws. Brigadier General Dr. Al-Hajri noted the keenness to have traffic patrols in the most vital places in all regions of the country, whether these places are commercial complexes or event areas, in addition to the presence near Doha Airport, the Corniche, Katara, as well as the Abu Samra port, in order to monitor and manage traffic and limit traffic. Violations and urging drivers to abide by traffic laws. And he added, “We always urge road users to adhere to traffic rules and safe driving etiquette in a way that guarantees the preservation of lives and property, and for everyone to reach their destinations safely and in a timely manner. We also urge the need to use public transportation, because of its great role in facilitating movement between places.” Recreational and event venues are easy and convenient, as it saves time and effort, as well as it has a role in reducing the number of vehicles on the roads and near the event venues. The Director of the Traffic Awareness Department at the General Traffic Department stressed that vehicle drivers and road users must exercise caution and caution, especially within residential neighborhoods and near places that witness pedestrian crossing such as the city of Msheireb or near Souq Waqif, especially since such areas witness heavy pedestrian traffic. and the public, so drivers must drive with caution and pay close attention to pedestrians. He added: Pedestrians must also cross the road from places designated for pedestrians, and wait for the traffic lights when they light up to allow them to cross, and we wish a safe Eid for all without any accidents that lead to deaths or injuries.
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