JPJ deputy director-general (planning and operations) Jazmanie Shafawi said drones would be deployed at hotspot areas to improve the detection of traffic offences such as overtaking on double lines and using emergency lanes on highways.

“During Hari Raya Aidilfitri in March, drones were only used at certain times, but this time, they will be used throughout Ops Hari Raya Aidiladha,” Bernama reported him as saying in Dengkil today.

Jazmanie said the 288 identified accident hotspots included the stretches from Kuala Lipis to Gua Musang, Gua Musang to Kuala Krai, Gerik to Jeli, Hulu Terengganu to Kuala Terengganu, Segamat to Mersing, as well as the route from the Menora Tunnel to Sungai Perak.

He said JPJ issued 5,000 notices to road users during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri operation.

Next week’s operation will focus on nine main offences – speeding, failure to comply with traffic signals, overtaking on double lines, misuse of emergency lanes, not wearing seatbelts or helmets, queue-cutting, using mobile phones while driving, overloading, and carrying loads in a dangerous manner.

JPJ would also enhance enforcement involving commercial and public transport vehicles, focusing on compliance with speed limit devices, safety audits, and operator permits.

Jazmanie reminded road users to prioritise safety, obey traffic laws, and ensure their vehicles are in good condition before starting their journeys.