In a powerful statement that has sent shockwaves through the state, Hyderabad's top police official has drawn a stark parallel between drunk drivers and terrorists, promising unprecedented crackdowns on intoxicated driving following the devastating Kurnool bus accident.
The Zero-Tolerance Stance
Police Commissioner K. Sreenivasa Reddy minced no words when he declared, "Drunk drivers are no less than terrorists on our roads." This bold comparison comes in the wake of the tragic Kurnool incident where a bus accident claimed multiple lives, with preliminary investigations pointing to drunk driving as the probable cause.
Strict Enforcement Measures Announced
The Hyderabad police have outlined a comprehensive strategy to combat this menace:
- Enhanced nakabandis and regular checkpoints across the city
- Breathalyzer tests becoming more frequent and unpredictable
- Zero-mercy policy towards offenders with strict legal consequences
- Public awareness campaigns about the dangers of drunk driving
Learning from Tragedy
The Kurnool bus tragedy served as a grim reminder of how one individual's irresponsible decision can lead to catastrophic consequences. Commissioner Reddy emphasized that "enough is enough" and that the police department can no longer tolerate behavior that endangers innocent lives.
"When someone chooses to drive under influence, they're not just risking their own life but playing with the lives of every other road user," the Commissioner stated during a press briefing.
Public Response and Road Safety
The strong stance has received widespread support from citizens and road safety activists alike. Many hope this marks a turning point in how drunk driving cases are handled across Telangana and neighboring states.
As the Hyderabad police prepare to implement their strict measures, the message is clear: drunk driving will no longer be treated as a minor offense but as a serious crime against public safety.
