I would suggest restricting cycling by children below the age of 12 after sunset, with parents held accountable through fines similar to traffic violations such as jumping a red light.
In many residential areas, two-sided parking has reduced visibility, and children often appear suddenly in front of moving vehicles, creating dangerous situations.
Many of the bicycles used are poorly maintained and lack proper brakes, while children, influenced by videos and films, tend to race and stop abruptly using unsafe methods.
In such cases, the blame frequently falls on the driver, while little attention is paid to the risky behaviour of young cyclists.
While cycling is important for children’s development and health, visibility significantly worsens at sunset, particularly in areas where street lighting is inadequate.
As a state that prioritises child safety, it is hoped that this concern will receive due consideration from policymakers, especially members of Parliament.
The issue is not limited to children alone, as many cyclists, both young and adult, are often seen ignoring traffic rules – riding against one-way restrictions, using highways and fast lanes, cycling on footpaths, and even crossing red signals based on personal judgement rather than road safety norms.
Muhammad
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