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Leading from the front

Transport Minister Mathew T. Thomas has given a fresh impetus to his department. He drew wide applause for his stand on the speed governor issue, after refusing to budge to the pressure tactics adopted by bus and lorry operators to stall installation of speed governors. Now, he has embarked on a drive to reduce road accidents, which claim the lives of 3,200 people each year in the State.

Inaugurating a four-day training programme organised for drivers of private buses in the State at Aluva on Thursday, he lashed out at VIPs (who constitute the decision-makers) who blatantly violate traffic rules. Often, the police aid the violation, by giving them preferential treatment.

I have given instructions to my driver not to jump signals, even if the police permit, he said.

He also found time to interact with the trainee drivers. The Minister and mediapersons.

Deputy Transport Commissioner (Central) M.A. Rosamma said Mr. Thomas had provided good leadership and support to the Motor Vehicles Department during testing times.

John L. Paul

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