JITRA: Express bus drivers who drop off passengers in unauthorised areas will be fined immediately, warns the Kedah Road Transport Department (JPJ).
Its director Stien Van Lutam said two such violations were detected during the 2025 Hari Raya Aidilfitri Special Operation, which runs from March 24 to April 8.
Undercover officers caught a 29-year-old express bus driver travelling from Ipoh to Sungai Petani dropping off passengers in a restricted area outside the designated terminal.
Another driver, aged 27, travelling from Kelantan to Alor Setar, committed the same offence and was also caught overtaking on a double white line.
“We issued summonses because they persist in breaking the rules. This isn’t just about violating regulations.
“It puts passengers at risk and contributes to accidents and traffic congestion when buses stop outside terminals,” he said after launching the operation at the Jitra Toll Plaza (southbound) last night.
The Kedah JPJ director said the 14-day special operation involves 271 JPJ personnel statewide who would be deployed to ensure smooth traffic flow and reduce accidents and fatalities during the upcoming festive period.
JPJ will continue to focus on nine major traffic offences, including speeding, running red lights, overtaking on double lines, driving in the emergency lane and using mobile phones while driving.
“I urge motorists travelling back to their hometowns to stay patient on the road, avoid emotional driving and ensure their vehicles are in good condition before starting their journey,” he added.
