Kuala Lumpur: Over 500 express buses have been inspected in the pre-Hari Raya Aidilfitri (HRA) 2025 Special Operation from March 17 till today. Transport Minister Anthony Loke stated that the inspection, which focused on technical aspects, targeted public service vehicles, specifically buses, at bus terminals and depots nationwide.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Road Transport Department (JPJ) took proactive measures to carry out the operation ahead of the March 24-April 8 main HRA 2025 Operation. Loke highlighted that the pre-HRA Operation on public service vehicles involved thorough checks on engines, tyres, braking systems, and other critical components.

Through the operation, 11 buses were identified as not roadworthy, resulting in immediate issuance of prohibition notices. Additionally, JPJ provided inspection slips for vehicles that met the required standards and specifications following proper maintenance.

During a MADANI Outreach and breaking of fast event with community leaders of Taman Kampung Panchor, Loke presented a contribution of RM20,000 to Masjid Al-Munawwarah Kariah Panchor Jaya, Kampung Panchor.

Loke also mentioned that during the festive season, 2,500 JPJ personnel would be on duty, primarily stationed at accident hotspots. He emphasized the presence of JPJ patrol cars on highways at numerous hotspots to encourage cautious driving, asserting the effectiveness of having enforcement officers on the ground.

Loke noted some of the main traffic offences include using mobile phones while driving, not wearing seat belts, overtaking on double lines, using emergency lanes, running red lights, speeding, overtaking heavy vehicles in the fast lane, and overloading.