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Dehradun RTO Empowers Moms for Road Safety
23 Jan
Summary
- Road safety campaign focuses on changing behavior, not just penalties.
- Special initiative recognizes women riders prioritizing child safety.
- Schools engage youth through creative competitions to spread awareness.
Dehradun's Regional Transport Office has initiated a comprehensive road safety campaign throughout the city, running from January 16 to February 14. This intensive drive prioritizes changing driving behavior over mere penalization of violations.
Large awareness banners are prominently displayed on major roads, emphasizing critical offenses such as drunk driving, riding without helmets, triple riding, and red-light jumping. The campaign also addresses less commonly focused-on issues like vehicle overloading and failure to yield to ambulances.
Speed radar guns are actively employed to monitor and curb overspeeding. A unique initiative, 'Responsible Parents, Responsible Mother,' specifically acknowledges women riders who adhere to helmet safety norms and ensure children above four years old do the same.
Furthermore, schools are actively participating through drawing, poster, and slogan competitions. Selected entries are exhibited in public areas to amplify road safety awareness. The RTO has also conducted crucial meetings with drivers, conductors, and transport unions to ensure broad stakeholder engagement.
