Traffic congestion, especially truck traffic congestion, is a thorny issue in major cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, particularly during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday. Following two serious traffic accidents in Nghe An and Hanoi, the Prime Minister directed relevant authorities to urgently address the consequences and requested the Ministry of Public Security to collaborate with the Ministry of Transport and local authorities to find solutions to reduce congestion.
Causes and Solutions to Reduce Truck Traffic Congestion
Strengthening Patrols and Control: The Minister of Public Security has instructed the Traffic Police Department and local police to increase traffic patrols and control, especially for trucks and passenger vehicles before, during, and after the Tet holiday. Strict handling of violations related to lanes, speeding, alcohol concentration, and overloading is prioritized.
Handling Violations on Expressways: The Traffic Police Department collaborates with expressway management units to promptly handle cases of vehicles stopping on expressways, even when encountering problems, to avoid congestion and accidents.
Scientific Traffic Organization: Government leaders require the Ministry of Public Security to coordinate with the Ministry of Transport and the authorities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to organize scientific and rational traffic flow to quickly resolve congestion.
Ensuring Traffic Safety on Mountainous Roads: The Minister of Transport directs the Vietnam Road Administration to coordinate with relevant units to strengthen rational traffic organization on roads with high density and steep slopes, ensuring safety and reducing congestion.
Increased Truck Traffic Congestion During Tet: In the days leading up to Tet, the increased travel and shopping needs of people cause serious traffic congestion on streets in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Congestion not only occurs on main roads but also spreads to inner-city areas and around airports.
Congestion in Ho Chi Minh City: In Ho Chi Minh City, prolonged congestion occurs on many roads, especially at major intersections. Motorbikes weave through car traffic, moving slowly, making traffic difficult.
Motorbikes weaving through car traffic in Ho Chi Minh City, causing congestion
Conclusion
Truck traffic congestion during the Lunar New Year is a complex issue that requires close coordination between authorities and the public. Compliance with traffic laws, obeying the orders of functional forces, and choosing appropriate means of transportation are practical solutions to minimize congestion and ensure traffic safety during the holidays. The government’s strong measures in handling violations and organizing scientific traffic are expected to bring positive results in reducing truck traffic congestion, contributing to a safe and convenient Tet holiday for the people.
