One Wheeling on the occasion of Independence Day
The latest episode of Ranra (light) focused on the one wheeling of youngsters on bikes on special occasions and the role of parents in guiding their children about the use of bikes.
Celebration of 14th August with enthusiasm, decoration with lightening on government buildings, special functions arranged to celebrate independence all go together in creating a festive environment. Youngsters demonstrate free one wheeling on busy roads, they do stunts to impress others but do not realize its consequences. One wheeling is increasing day by day, many youngsters have lost their lives in bike accidents and those who survived have been disabled for their whole life. Special campaigns should be arranged for develop awareness. Moreover, the program highlighted the role of parents and government and the part that should be played by them in the eradication of one wheeling. Government should take strict action against such misdemeanors and impose heavy fines on the wrong doers.
Mr. Mohib Ullah, a serving doctor of Mass Trauma, Lady Reading Hospital Peshawar, and Toufiq Safi, a software engineer and family member of a victim, took part as studio guests in the show.
Dr. Mohib Ullah said: “A number of people have become psychologically ill after meeting fatal accidents. This puts negative impact on the mind and the fear may exist for a long period. Parents must guide their children about the traffic rules before giving them the bike keys.”
Mr. Safi said: “Unnecessary use of bikes should be strictly avoided and we should take precautionary measures while driving to reduce the risk.”
Two listeners took part in the program through live calls and 5 listeners participated in the show through text messages. They urged the government to take strict action against those who don’t obey traffic rules.
About Sabawoon:
Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to, and significance for, youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.