Making life easier: On-the-spot vehicle inspections for university students in Sharjah
Sharjah: Sharjah Police in collaboration with strategic partner ENOC 'Tasjeel,' have launched the 'Vehicle Inspection and Renewal' initiative for students and faculty members at the University of Sharjah. The initiative will run over two days.
The aim of the initiative is to make the vehicle inspection and renewal process easier and more convenient for students and faculty by offering services right on campus — saving them time and effort and enhancing their overall satisfaction with the services provided.
As part of the initiative, Sharjah Police have deployed a mobile Centre equipped with the latest vehicle inspection technology. The initiative reflects Sharjah Police's commitment to delivering proactive services that address the needs of the university community and support a safe, sustainable campus environment.
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