KUALA LUMPUR: The Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) will deploy 2,752 officers and personnel nationwide to ensure smooth traffic flow during the Deepavali holiday and the upcoming weekend.
JSPT director Comm Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri said that traffic volume is expected to rise due to Deepavali celebrations and the provision of free tolls on Tuesday (Oct 29) and Wednesday (Oct 30).
"Based on information from highway concessionaires, we anticipate 2.62 million vehicles on the roads in a single day.
"PLUS Bhd will also activate 21 smart lane locations to alleviate congestion on the highway," he told Bernama.
He further mentioned that significant traffic increases are expected towards the east coast, north, and south of the country, alongside a notable rise in vehicle movement in the west coast regions such as Selangor, Negri Sembilan, Johor, Perak, and Penang.
"In terms of enforcement, our focus will be on advocacy, managing traffic flow and taking action against road users who violate traffic regulations," he explained.
Comm Mohd Yusri advised all road users, particularly heavy or commercial vehicle drivers, to ensure their vehicles are in optimal condition, comply with regulations, and show consideration and tolerance towards other users.
"All motorists are encouraged to plan their journeys, especially for long-distance travel, and to stay alert to their surroundings and current updates from government agencies and highway concessionaires," he added. – Bernama
