After an absence of more than eight months, the traffic police have returned to Analamanga. Motorists are now required to strictly adhere to traffic laws, or face immediate sanctions.
During a press briefing at the central police station in Tsaralalàna yesterday, Police Controller General Seraly Hercule announced the deployment of 520 specially trained officers starting this Monday.
“From now on, the law will be applied without interference or favoritism. Offenders will be penalized, regardless of their status,” he stated. Officers will wear three distinct types of vests based on their mission and will be identifiable by a badge number. Motorists are advised to avoid confrontations on public roads and to report disputes to the appropriate offices.
A 48-hour deadline
Police Chief Commissioner Alain Adonis Rafalimanana, Regional Director of Public Security, noted that checkpoints have been established, and officers are equipped with official citation forms and regulatory gear. Drivers may be stopped for various infractions and will receive both warnings and fines. Roadblocks are intended to secure travelers and prevent criminal activity or the transport of prohibited items. Violating vehicles may be impounded, with vehicle documents held for three to ten days and fines payable within 48 hours to avoid potential arrest.
The police aim to eliminate illegal practices, including failure to comply with orders, driving against traffic, and the abusive use of bicycles as public transport. Fines are to be paid at the central police station in Tsaralalàna for the capital, and at respective municipal offices for peripheral districts.
Authorities emphasize that the goal is to instill strict discipline, aiming to reduce accidents and ensure compliance with the highway code. They hope to see improved driver behavior across Analamanga within six months, prioritizing the restoration of order and safety on the roads.
Captured & Published at: 2026-07-04 06:43:04 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
Original Source: https://www.lexpress.mg/2026/07/analamanga-la-police-de-la-route.html