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Guidelines for Drivers
 
   
         
   
 
  • Obey all traffic signals, boards and signs.
  • Adhere to permitted speed limits.
  • Don't drink and drive
  • While driving, always carry your driving license and important documents such as your vehicle registration certificate, insurance certificate, road tax & P.U.C. certificate.
  • Wear seat belts
  • Don't use your cell phone while driving. If it is an urgent need, move to the left, halt and make the call.
  • Use the indicator or hand signals when changing lanes.
  • Always drive in proper gear.
  • Irrespective of right of way, stay alert and be considerate to pedestrians, especially senior citizens, handicapped and children.
  • Avoid sudden braking and harsh acceleration.
  • Never parking the clutch as a footrest while driving.
  • Avoid parking on the road. Use pay-and-park islands.
  • Do not overload your vehicles-be it with luggage or passengers.

Guidelines for Motorcyclists

  • Always wear helmets
  • Never stop abruptly in traffic. Move to the left and slow down.
  • Adhere to traffic signals, boards and signs.
  • While driving, always carry your driving license and important documents such as your vehicle registration certificate, insurance certificate, road tax & P.U.C. certificate.
  • Avoid using the cell phone while driving. If it is an urgent need, move to the left, halt and make the call.
  • Do not ride at high speeds. Losing control, your life may be at stake.
  • Always use a helmet.
  • Don't make children sit on fuel tanks or stand in front of you, the rider.
  • Never drink and drive.
  • Use your lights while riding at night.
  • Do not ride or wheel your vehicle on the footpath.
  • While passing a stationery vehicle, allow sufficient clearance for the car doors which may open all of a sudden.
  • Comprehend the signals given by other road users and use the same while riding.
  • Avoid using brakes at turns. If needed, ensure both brakes are applied gently.
  • Do not try and weave your way through stationery or slow moving traffic. It may cause accidents.
  • Always ride with both hands on the handlebar except when signaling.
  • Slow down at zebra crossing and if it is required, do stop.