Yupia, Sep 24: The District Road Safety Committee (DRSC), Papum Pare District, successfully organised Road Safety Awareness Week from September 16-24, with a series of impactful activities aimed at promoting safe driving practices and creating awareness among the public.
The week-long program was inaugurated on September 16 with a bike rally emphasising safe two-wheeler riding, the use of helmets, and strict adherence to traffic rules. Awareness campaigns were further strengthened through the screening of animation videos on two-wheeler safety and dissemination of information on government initiatives such as RAHVEER and the cashless treatment facilities available for road accident victims. Surprise MVI checks were also conducted at various locations to encourage compliance with traffic regulations and foster a sense of accountability among road users.
The observance culminated today at the DC Office, Yupia, with free vehicle health check-ups and a felicitation ceremony for the winners of painting and slogan-writing competitions. The closing program witnessed active participation from members of the DRSC, officials of the Education Department, administrative officers of the district headquarters, and a large number of enthusiastic students and citizens.
The Deputy Commissioner, Yupia, commended the coordinated efforts of all departments and stakeholders for the successful conduct of the program and assured that such awareness drives would be continued in the future. She further urged the public to view road safety as a shared responsibility, emphasizing that collective awareness and discipline remain the cornerstone for creating safer roads and ensuring the well-being of all road users in the district.

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Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
      She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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