In response to a series of fatal accidents in the past week, Pol Maj Gen Adul Narongsak, deputy commander of the Metropolitan Police Bureau responsible fortraffic control, said police will push for stiffer penalties against drink drivers.
Meanwhile, in a response to a series of accidents, deputy Bangkok governor Amorn Kitchawengkul said City Hall was aware of a significant increase in cyclists in the capital.
City commuters have been encouraged to use bicycles as an alternative means oftransport, he said, adding City Hall is trying to provide new protected bike lanes andimprove existing ones for commuters.
The deputy governor also expressed concern over recreational cycling groups who often take main roads to old town areas.
He encouraged cyclists to avoid main roads and encouraged those cycling for exercise to ride in public parks.