Lucknow, Nov 10 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government has cancelled leave for officials and staff involved in road safety and traffic management on expressways ahead of the expected surge in traffic during Chhath Puja, deploying additional resources to ensure smooth and safe travel.
The Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) is operating at full capacity across all relevant expressways, maintaining heightened vigilance to ensure smooth traffic flow and provide prompt assistance to travellers, the state government said in a statement on Tuesday.
Special arrangements have been put in place to ensure the convenience and safety of commuters during the festive season.
All officials and staff engaged in road safety and traffic management will remain on high alert to ensure seamless and convenient journeys for travellers, the statement said.
UPEIDA has urged motorists to remain patient, warning that the increased volume of vehicles during the festive period could lead to longer waiting times at certain locations.
Travellers have been advised against unnecessary haste and asked to cooperate in maintaining smooth traffic flow by strictly adhering to traffic rules.
The government is committed to ensuring that people can celebrate the festive season safely, the statement said, adding that UPEIDA remains on duty round the clock to facilitate safe, smooth and convenient travel.
