The Odisha government will launch a ‘Zero Fatality Fortnight’ from November 16-30, conducting a special state-wide drive against traffic violators to eliminate road accident deaths through coordinated enforcement and public engagement.

The initiative, led by the Commerce and Transport Department, will be implemented in close collaboration with district administrations, police departments, Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) and other agencies, a statement issued Thursday said.

Emphasis will be placed on the four pillars of road safety — enforcement, engineering, education and emergency care, it said.

During the fortnight, a zero-tolerance policy will be adopted against traffic violations. RTOs, along with police and district authorities, will conduct intensive checking across highways, ma

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