Herat residents hail activation of traffic signals

HERAT CITY (Pajhwok): Some drivers and residents of western Herat province are happy with the installation and repairs of traffic signals.

Abdul Rahman, a taxi driver in Herat City, told Pajhwok Afghan News traffic lights had been activated in the provincial capital more than a month ago. The move has facilitated inhabitants, especially drivers.

He acknowledged the fixing of lights by the municipality and the traffic management had brought order to the city and prevented congestion and accidents.

He said: “Installing signals is a very good step. As a result, traffic congestion and accidents have decreased, because everyone waits for one’s turn to cross the road.”

At the same time, some citizens also welcomed the work of the municipality and traffic management, saying traffic signals should be activated at all squares.

Syed Hujat, a resident of the city, called on drivers to cooperate with government departments and observe traffic rules and regulations.

According to him, all people and drivers should respect traffic rules and respect social and urban ethics to help ease congestion on roads.

Ghulam Nabi Rorokh, traffic director, underlined the need for installing signals at the 25 intersections across the province. Currently, these lights are being installed at nine intersections. The installation of traffic lights at six intersections has been completed.

He believed the installation of traffic lights had created convenience for drivers, passers-by and traffic staff. In turn, this has directly helped in enforcing the urban order.

Nasser Armal, spokesman for the municipality, explained traffic signals had been activated at Customs, Maref, Cinema, Chowk Gulha and Shahr-i-Naw intersections.

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