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Three-wheeler drivers a law unto themselves
View(s):Three-wheelers or auto rickshaws as they are called continue to be a useful vehicle for getting around in traffic. Unfortunately, the sheer numbers of these vehicles on the roads today often make them a nuisance.
Story and pix by Sameera Weerasekera.
Due to the small size of the vehicle, three-wheeler drivers are beginning to believe they have a right to park their vehicles wherever they want to with some drivers opting to park their vehicles on the main road itself or on the pavements, completely ignoring all traffic rules.
This haphazard parking of three-wheelers interrupts the smooth flow of traffic on the one hand causes traffic snarl-ups and makes it dangerous for pedestrians who are forced to step into traffic as these vehicles have invaded the pavements.
Many three-wheeler drivers care tuppence for designated parking slots and simply park their vehicles wherever they please.
Even when a parking spot is available, many drivers don’t make an effort to park properly.
There are yet others who like this driver who was captured by our photographers holding an animated telephone conversation, while parked at a bus stop.
Taking action against such drivers alone will not change the attitude of these drivers. They need to be made to understand the value of road discipline and not be a nuisance to the public.
Pedestrians risk life and limb walking into oncoming traffic due to careless parking
A public nuisance: This three-wheeler driver makes use of the bus stop to make a phone call
Blatantly violating road rules this man parks his vehicle in the middle of the road!