LUCKNOW, June 1 -- To improve city traffic flow, divisional commissioner Roshan Jacob on Saturday emphasised the need for strict enforcement of traffic rules, noting that most road accidents occur due to a lack of awareness or disregard for these regulations.

She said this while chairing a meeting attended by Lucknow police commissioner Amarendra Sengar and other officials, aimed at strengthening and streamlining the city's traffic system.

While issuing directives to the officials concerned, Jacob stressed that road accidents can be reduced by following traffic rules. She also emphasised that two-wheeler riders must wear helmets before taking their vehicles onto the road.

She directed officials to prioritise the construction of road di...