Under the adept leadership of Principal Promila Malik, Government College, Kalka, successfully conducted a collaborative Road Safety Workshop and Women’s Day celebration. The event featured Chief Trainer Ashdeep as the main speaker, shedding light on critical aspects of road safety.
Chief Trainer Ashdeep addressed the alarming rise in mortality rates attributed to vehicle accidents in the country, despite ongoing government efforts to implement road safety measures. Emphasizing the need for heightened awareness, especially among pedestrians, he advocated for adhering to traffic signals, particularly crossing when the walk signal is green. Stressing the significance of staying on the left side while walking or driving, he highlighted this as a crucial measure to avoid collisions with vehicles approaching from the right.
Discussing legal implications, Chief Trainer Ashdeep informed the attendees about fines under Section 183 (3) of the Motor Vehicles Act and CMVR 177 MVA for not wearing a seat belt while driving. He underscored the importance of seat belt usage to prevent fines and reduce the risk of accidents. The chief instructor also emphasized the necessity of wearing ISI certified helmets to protect against head injuries during collisions.
To enhance understanding, a series of informative videos were presented, further emphasizing the importance of road safety. Principal Promila Malik addressed the students, urging them to diligently follow safety rules and share this knowledge with friends and family to foster increased public awareness. The active participation of all NCC cadets added to the success of the program.
Organized by the Road Safety Club under the guidance of Aadesh Kumar, the club’s in-charge, along with Prof. Dr. Rajeev Kumar and Prof. Archana Soni, and coordinated by Lt. Dr. Gurpreet Kaur, in-charge of NCC Women’s Wing, the event received valuable support from the officers and employees of the Public Works Department. The collaborative effort aimed to instill a sense of responsibility and awareness regarding road safety among the students and the broader community.