NAKHON RATCHASIMA, Dec 26 (TNA) – Thai authorities are
gearing up for the exodus of New Year revelers who will begin their journey
from Bangkok to their hometowns and tourist destinations.
On Thursday morning, major highways were crowded with
migrant workers and tourists making their trips to celebrate New Year. Mitraparp Highway, linking Bangkok with
northeastern provinces, was congested.
The main junctions in Nakhon Ratchasima province, the
gateway province to the Northeast, have seen heavy traffic as several road
constructions are underway which have hampered traffic flow.
Further north, highway officials have opened bypass routes
to facilitate millions of travelers to the northeast, the most populous region
in Thailand.
New Year travelers are expected to flood highways and
transport hubs in the coming days. To
handle the overwhelming number of vehicles Thai authorities have urged
motorists to take detours and alternative routes while enforcing strict traffic
regulations.
Across the country, related agencies are enforcing road
safety campaign to prevent traffic accidents. (TNA)
