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Motorists in Abu Dhabi buckle up for more than just avoiding speeding tickets this week. The emirate's Happiness Patrol is back on the streets, surprising deserving drivers with free petrol cards and gifts as part of their ongoing Arab Traffic Week initiatives.
Exclusive Rewards for Responsible Drivers
Forget the dreaded ticket! Lt-Col Nasser Abdullah Al Saadi, section head at the Security Media Department, confirmed that officers are actively pulling over drivers – but for a much more pleasant reason. These lucky motorists are being commended for their adherence to traffic rules and rewarded with Adnoc petrol cards, along with valuable road safety brochures.
A Week Dedicated to Road Safety
This feel-good initiative coincides with Arab Traffic Week, which runs until May 10th. The week-long campaign aims to instill a culture of safe driving habits across the region by emphasizing the importance of following traffic regulations and minimizing distractions behind the wheel.
Not the First Time for Rewards
Abu Dhabi isn't new to rewarding responsible drivers. Lt-Col Al Saadi highlights that the Happiness Patrol has a history of recognizing good citizens on the road, previously handing out special gifts like TV sets and certificates. In fact, similar initiatives are known to pop up in other emirates as well, fostering a spirit of positive reinforcement for responsible driving across the UAE.
Promoting "Traffic Positivity"
According to Maj Nasser Saleh bin Badouh Al Darmaki, head of the Happiness Patrol Team, these surprise rewards are more than just a thank you. They're part of a larger strategy to cultivate "traffic positivity." By acknowledging and celebrating good driving behavior, authorities hope to encourage a collective effort towards safer roads for everyone.
So, buckle up Abu Dhabi! You might just get pulled over for the right reason this week.
