Dimapur, Dec. 02 (EMN): Road safety awareness programme under the theme ‘Time for Action’ was held on Dec. 2 at District Executive Hall, Mon.
EAC Mon Yanithung Ngullie, (NCS), speaking as the chief guest called upon all to drive carefully without risking the life of others. Most of the accident is happening because of not following traffic rules and due to ignorance of traffic rules by the drivers, therefore, he said road safety awareness is very important for all the stakeholders.
Senior Motor Vehicle inspector, Arenbo, in his keynote address mentioned that strict enforcement, good engineering, education and efficient care service are essential for road safety enhancement. He also informed that studies show that road accidents can be predicted and prevented if proper traffic rules are followed by the drivers and good maintenance of vehicles by the owners. Education and enforcement should not only the responsibility of the government alone but NGOs, civil societies, village council and even the churches involvement is also necessary, said Arenbo.
He also said stakeholders should also support road safety campaigns and initiative and ensure safety of all road users and help save lives that could be yours and mine.
Officer in- charge police station, Mon, Posehu Kezo, spoke on road safety awareness & traffic rules. Vice-president Konyak Union and president Drivers Union Mon also delivered short speeches.
The Road Safety awareness is an initiative of Road Transport & Highways and Association of State Road Transport Undertaking and the programme is organised by Motor Vehicles department.