In preparation for the Tet holiday, Vietnam’s traffic police will deploy motorcades and direct support to ensure citizens return home safely amid heightened travel demand, particularly for low-income workers, students, and families traveling long distances by motorbike.

On February 3, Colonel Pham Quang Huy, Deputy Director of the Traffic Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security, announced a comprehensive plan to maintain traffic order and support citizens during the 2026 Lunar New Year holiday.

He emphasized that a surge in travel is expected during Tet, especially among those traveling by motorbike  -  often carrying passengers and heavy belongings  -  which increases the risk of accidents and traffic congestion.

To ease these risks, the department has instructed traffic police units across 34 provinces and cities to mobilize officers and vehicles to assist citizens. This includes stationing officers at major city gateways, national highways, and industrial zones to control traffic flow and provide guidance.

Motorbike convoys will be escorted by police vehicles, ensuring organized and safe movement from departure points to hometown destinations.

The operation will be coordinated with local labor unions, grassroots trade unions, companies, and industrial park management boards to jointly determine schedules, departure routes, and publicize travel plans so citizens can organize accordingly.

Local units are advised to compile group lists and establish clear movement plans, ensuring compliance with traffic laws and safety regulations, under the supervision of traffic police escort teams.

In addition to leading convoys, the traffic police will set up roadside assistance points to provide immediate aid for mechanical issues, accidents, or other emergencies faced by travelers en route.

This initiative is part of the broader Tet traffic safety campaign launched by the Traffic Police Department. A key focus this year will be on controlling violations that are leading causes of accidents  -  with particular attention to alcohol-related offenses.

Authorities have reiterated that while drinking during Tet celebrations is not prohibited, driving under the influence will be strictly penalized. The crackdown begins at 10 a.m. on the first day of Tet, with enforcement teams and AI-powered surveillance operating continuously without holiday breaks.

Dinh Hieu