At the regular government press conference held on February 5th, Senior General Hoang Anh Tuyen, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Security, shared notable information regarding traffic safety after Decree 168 by the Government officially came into effect. The positive figures from its implementation show a clear improvement in public awareness and behavior in traffic participation.
Traffic Safety During the Year of the Cat Tet Holiday
According to the report at the press conference, during the recent 9-day Tet holiday, traffic order and safety achieved very promising results. Statistics indicate a significant reduction in traffic accidents across three key criteria: the number of accidents, fatalities, and injuries.
Specifically, the number of traffic accidents decreased by 258 cases (equivalent to 36.69%), the number of deaths fell by 128 people (37.61%), and the number of injuries dropped by 232 people (38.34%). These impressive numbers reflect the initial effectiveness of applying new penalties under Decree 168.
Senior General Hoang Anh Tuyen
Senior General Hoang Anh Tuyen, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Security, at the government press conference.
Positive Changes in Traffic Participation Awareness
Senior General Hoang Anh Tuyen emphasized that after over a month of implementing Decree 168, there has been a very positive shift in public awareness and behavior regarding traffic participation. This not only comes from strict compliance with legal regulations but also shows through the habit of adhering to traffic laws even without direct supervision by traffic police.
People have started proactively following traffic signals, staying within designated lanes, and respecting road rules. Notably, many common violations have significantly decreased. According to statistics, the total number of fines issued has dropped by 12.8%, alcohol-related offenses have reduced by 13%, speeding violations have decreased by 2.1%, overloading violations have fallen by 44%, and driving under the influence of drugs has declined by 21.5%. Additionally, the violation rate related to traffic signals has dropped by 36.7%, while offenses involving non-compliance with traffic signals have decreased by 31.5%.
Initial Steps Towards Building a Healthy Traffic Culture
These positive outcomes contribute to creating a more orderly and safer traffic environment. Senior General Hoang Anh Tuyen assessed that, thanks to the close collaboration between authorities and the public’s self-awareness, a healthy and civilized traffic culture is gradually forming. This is a crucial foundation for further improving traffic safety in the future.
Conclusion
Decree 168 has proven effective in enhancing public adherence to traffic laws. With these initial positive changes, we hope that enforcement measures will continue to be maintained and improved, building a safer and more civilized traffic society. Readers interested can find more detailed information through official sources or contact relevant authorities for the latest regulations.
Source: Dan Tri Online
