Drive Safe, Arrive Safe – Your Safety, Our Priority! Delhi Traffic Police Intensifies Road Safety Awareness Across the Capital

Mahesh Chandra - Delhi

In a steadfast commitment to promoting safer roads and responsible driving behavior, the Delhi Traffic Police, under the supervision of Shri Satya Vir Katara, Additional Commissioner of Police (Traffic Headquarters), has successfully carried out a comprehensive series of Road Safety Awareness Programmes across Delhi. These initiatives aimed to engage a wide spectrum of road users — including school students, cyclists, auto/taxi drivers, public transport staff, and daily commuters — to raise awareness about traffic rules, women’s safety, and the importance of disciplined road usage.

On-Ground Awareness at Major Traffic Intersections

To ensure maximum public outreach, the Delhi Traffic Police conducted impactful awareness campaigns at key intersections, including Telco T-Point Red Light, Jhandewalan chowk,and Janpath Delhi, engaging over 9200 approx road users — such as pedestrians, two-wheeler and four-wheeler drivers, and cyclists. Participants were educated on critical road safety aspects such as obeying traffic signals, wearing helmets and seatbelts, do Not drink and drive , do not go wrong side and aware about women safety, and following general traffic discipline.

Visibility Drive for Cyclists

A dedicated Cycle Conspicuity and Safety Drive was held to enhance the safety of cyclists at Patel Nagar, Jhandewalan, and Janpath Delhi . In this campaign, 239 cyclists across various parts of the city were sensitized about safe riding practices. Reflective tapes were affixed to their bicycles to improve visibility during night hours, thereby significantly reducing the risk of accidents.

Awareness Session for Auto/TSR  Drivers

 Another impactful effort under the ongoing Road Safety Awareness Programme was carried out of E-Rickshaw drivers at Subzi Mandi Railway Station, Rohini, Anand Vihar Bus Terminal East, and Palika Bazar Gate No. 1   total 119 drivers sensitized about traffic rules and road safety conducted. The session aimed to promote disciplined road behavior and enhance awareness about traffic regulations. This initiative reflects the Delhi Traffic Police’s commitment to engaging all sections of society including those serving the nation in the mission of safer roads and responsible driving.

Specialized Training for Public Transport Drivers

Recognizing the crucial role of public transport drivers in road safety, the department organized structured training sessions for DTC Bus drivers at DTC depot  Shadipur Road and Rohini-37 Road Conducted over two sessions, the programme trained 66 DTC bus drivers and 06 officers  on topics including traffic law compliance, pedestrian awareness, safe braking, and proper conduct on the road.

Women’s Empowerment Through Two-Wheeler Training

In a commendable step toward gender empowerment, a Two-Wheeler Training Programme for Women was held at T.T Park Panjabi Bagh and T.T. Park ,B.K.S Traffic Training Park. 10 women were trained in safe riding techniques, road rules, and emergency response measures. The initiative aimed to boost confidence among women and equip them with skills to navigate both routine and emergency situations independently.

Road Safety session for school children

To educate tiny kids about road safety rules and practices, empowering them to become responsible and safe road users by sessions and play organized approx 752 students and 08 Teachers of  A.S.N. Sr. Sec. School Mayur Vihar Phase -1 and M.C.P. Co-ed school Gulabi Bagh Delhi . Teaching students how to safely cross roads, including using pedestrian crossings and following traffic signals, Emphasizing the importance of wearing helmets while riding two-wheelers and seatbelts while driving or riding in cars.Introducing basic concepts of defensive driving and how to anticipate potential hazards on the road. Educating students on what to do in case of a road accident or emergency.

Senior officers, including Special CP Traffic Sh. Ajay Chaudhary, Addl. CP HQ Traffic Sh. Satya Vir Katara, and DCP HQ I Traffic Sh. Shashank Jaiswal, DCP HQ II Traffic Sh. S.K.Singh commended the efforts of the Road Safety Cell in successfully spreading awareness. They emphasized the significance of such initiatives in fostering safer road habits and ensuring better compliance with traffic regulations, particularly among public transport personnel.

The Delhi Traffic Police remains dedicated to promoting road safety awareness and ensuring a safer, more efficient road environment for all citizens.

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