Stop the madness

Every time I hear the thundering engines of motorcycles performing stunts in our neighbourhood, I think of the families who live here – the children, the elderly, and everyone in between. Every week, we hear about accidents caused by these stunts, where young riders risk their lives. The tragic loss of life is heartbreaking. According to recent reports, a large percentage of motorcycle accidents are linked to wheeling and other stunts. What might seem trivial is, in reality, a severe public safety crisis that places everyone in harm's way, calling for urgent intervention.

Despite the clear danger, enforcement seems either lax or ineffective. The authorities have repeatedly promised to crack down on these activities, but the results are underwhelming. We need stronger penalties, targeted campaigns, and community involvement to educate young riders about the risks involved. Parents must also take responsibility, ensuring their children understand that stunts are neither brave nor admirable but reckless and life-threatening. I beg traffic authorities to impose stricter fines and impound bikes involved in such reckless behaviour.

Tania Shahjahan

Qambar Shahdadkot