Kolkata Police started 'Road Safety Week' on Monday at Park Circus with all the 25 traffic guards of the city observing the event. The Commissioner of Kolkata Police Rajeev Kumar was present in the function from where he went to Hazra, Rashbehari, Gariahat and Esplanade traffic guards.
The traffic cops have been spreading awareness among the youth to avoid rash driving. CCTVs have also been installed in a few stretches. Mobile apps have also been introduced for the benefit of drivers and passengers. The drivers have been warned of strict action against drunk driving and also stern action has been decided incase traffic rules are flouted on flyovers.