National Road Safety Awareness Campaign

The NSS Unit, in association with the Nehru Yuva Kendra and the Traffic Police Department of North Goa, organized a National Road Safety Awareness Campaign on 18th January 2025, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the seminar hall.

The event was graced by Mr. Kalidas Ghatwal, Deputy Director of Nehru Yuva Kendra,Mr. Vishnu Gawas, Assistant Sub Inspector; Mr. Pundalik Sawant, Head Constable of Bicholim; Prof. Dr. Rajendra Kumbhajuvekar, Principal; and NSS Programme Officers Mrs. Sherin Sheikh and Mrs. Ajita Morajker.

The session commenced with distributing T-shirts to the 24 volunteers registered under the My Bharat App. Prof. Dr. Rajendra Kumbhajuvekar, the Principal, welcomed the gathering.

Mr. Vishnu Gawas, Assistant Sub Inspector, shared several live experiences from his career in the Traffic Police Department to highlight the importance of road safety. He narrated instances where he had witnessed accidents due to reckless driving, over-speeding, and the lack of adherence to traffic rules. Drawing from his experiences, he emphasized the critical need for caution, discipline, and respect for road regulations to prevent accidents and save lives.

At the same time, Mr. Kalidas Ghatwal, Deputy Director of Nehru Yuva Kendra, spoke about his personal encounters with road safety issues, sharing his experiences and the lessons he had learned over the years. He spoke about how simple acts like wearing seat belts, following speed limits, and being vigilant can significantly reduce the chances of accidents. He also discussed the impact of road safety awareness programs and how young people, especially volunteers, can play a vital role in spreading these important messages in their communities

The session concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Mrs. Sherin Sheikh, NSS Programme Officer.