Archive · 18 Jan 2026
Road Safety Initiatives During Festive Season
During the festive season, officials in Rajamahendravaram and Silchar organized special events to teach people about road safety.
In Rajamahendravaram, they visited busy traffic areas and talked to the public about following traffic rules.
They also had a special program for auto drivers, reminding them to carry only the allowed number of passengers and to keep their vehicle documents up to date.
Officials emphasized that small mistakes, like not wearing a helmet or seat belt, can lead to serious accidents.
They urged everyone to follow traffic rules to stay safe and protect their families.
In Silchar, the police gave roses to people following traffic rules and provided helmets to those who didn't have them, instead of giving fines.
This made many people realize the importance of following traffic rules and they promised to drive more carefully.
The police also made people take a pledge to follow traffic rules, reminding them that it's about protecting lives, not just about fear of punishment.
Many officials, including the District Transport Officer and the Senior Superintendent of Police, participated in these awareness programs.
National Road Safety Month (NRSM) programme conducted in Rajamahendravaram city during Bhogi, Sankranti, and Kanuma festivals.
Officials visited major traffic junctions in Morampudi, Bommuru, and Kambalacheruvu to interact with the public and promote road safety.
A special awareness programme was organized for auto drivers at Bommuru junction, emphasizing the importance of valid permits and responsible driving.
In Silchar, Cachar Police conducted a special naka checking where motorists following traffic norms were greeted with roses, while two-wheeler riders found without helmets were provided with helmets instead of being fined.
District Transport Officer R Suresh and Cachar Senior Superintendent of Police Partha Protim Das highlighted the significance of wearing helmets and seat belts to prevent accidents and promote personal responsibility.
- Who
- District Transport Department officials, motor vehicle inspectors, Cachar Police, and Silchar Excise Department officials
- What
- Conducted road safety awareness activities and initiatives during the festive season
- When
- During Bhogi, Sankranti, and Kanuma festivals in Rajamahendravaram; ongoing in Silchar
- Where
- Rajamahendravaram city and Silchar
- Why
- To ensure road safety during the festive period with increased public movement and to promote personal responsibility in following traffic rules
- Event
- National Road Safety Month (NRSM) programme
- Location
- Rajamahendravaram city and Silchar
- Duration
- Three days during Bhogi, Sankranti, and Kanuma festivals in Rajamahendravaram; ongoing in Silchar
- Key Areas
- Morampudi, Bommuru, Kambalacheruvu in Rajamahendravaram; Sadarghat in Silchar
- Special Programme
- Awareness programme for auto drivers at Bommuru junction in Rajamahendravaram; rose distribution and helmet provision in Silchar
- Key Message
- Importance of road safety and responsible driving
- Mandatory Requirements
- Wearing helmets and seat belts
- Officials Involved
- District Transport Officer R Suresh, Motor vehicle inspectors in Rajamahendravaram; Cachar Senior Superintendent of Police Partha Protim Das, Traffic Branch of Cachar Police in Silchar
