IT News
Imphal, Jan 16:
The Directorate of Transport, Government of Manipur, and the All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU) jointly organized a one-day media sensitization program as part of the National Road Safety Month 2025. The event took place at Loktak Hall, Manipur Press Club.
The program was attended by prominent officials, including Michael Achom, IRS, Secretary of Transport, Veterinary, and Animal Husbandry, and GAD; Nivedita Lairenlakpam, IAS, Transport Director; Khogendra Khomdram, EGM President; Bijoy Kakchingtabam, AMWJU President; and SP Traffic Police, Pramesh Arambam.
Speaking at the event, SP Pramesh Arambam emphasized the importance of road safety and urged people to avoid speeding due to haste or work-related stress. He highlighted that wearing helmets significantly reduces the risk of head injuries and prevents fatalities in accidents. Similarly, he stressed the importance of wearing seat belts, urging drivers and passengers to be more aware and follow safety protocols.
Pramesh Arambam further stated the need for increased awareness campaigns and appealed to the public to adhere to traffic rules. He explained the e-challan system, where fines for traffic violations are generated electronically and can be paid online through the website echallan.parivahan.gov.in by entering the challan number. If unpaid within 90 days, the case will be referred to a virtual court, and penalties will be imposed accordingly.
He also assured that complaints regarding incorrect e-challans can be addressed at the Traffic Police SP Office in MG Avenue. In conclusion, he reiterated the need for strict adherence to traffic rules to ensure safer roads and reduce accidents.