‘Face Wash and Go' campaign intensified in Sri Sathya Sai district
Superintendent of Police V. Ratna, on Saturday, instructed the police at the Dharmavaram, Puttaparthi, and Penukonda sub-divisions to deploy special teams to implement the drive on the State and National Highways.
Patrol teams are stationed along the roads and junctions, which are vulnerable to accidents. They will stop buses, trucks, vans, and cars at night and prompt the drivers to wash their faces before resuming their journey. This drive has started yielding results and appreciation from motorists. This drive helps drivers to stay alert and prevent fatigue-driven mishaps,' the SP explained.
The police have also intensified patrolling at railway stations, bus stands, and town outskirts to prevent anti-social activities. Surveillance of ATMs and banks is being given a priority, she added.
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