Karnataka police personnel told to follow traffic rules
The Karnataka Police Department has issued a directive requiring all personnel to strictly follow traffic rules after reports of officers violating regulations. The move aims to improve public trust and ensure police serve as role models for traffic safety.
Why it matters
This initiative addresses the issue of police accountability and the importance of maintaining public confidence in law enforcement agencies.
In a move aimed at improving discipline and public confidence, the Karnataka Police Department has directed all police officers and personnel across the State to strictly adhere to traffic rules, following a recommendation by the Karnataka State Police Complaints Authority.
The directive was issued by Commissioner of Traffic and Road Safety Parashurama K. on July 29, instructing all police units, including traffic, law and order, crime and other wings, to ensure that personnel comply with traffic regulations at all times and serve as role models for the public.
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