Yogi Adityanath's Road Safety Revolution in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath chaired a meeting emphasizing road safety, advocating effective measures to curb annual fatalities of 25,000-26,000 due to traffic mishaps. Directives include enhanced awareness campaigns, deployment of PRD personnel, systematic checkpoints, and stringent regulations on vehicle operations and road usage.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath initiated the year with an urgent meeting of the UP State Road Safety Council, directing concerted efforts across departments to tackle the state's alarming road fatalities.

Emphasizing mandatory district road safety meetings starting January 5, Adityanath outlined strategies including awareness programs in educational institutions, deployment of Prantiya Rakshak Dal and Home Guards, and district-wide implementation of Road Safety Month.

The Chief Minister urged stringent enforcement against traffic violations, especially during the Maha Kumbh, advocating for public cooperation in reducing response times and assisting accident victims swiftly within the golden hour.

(With inputs from agencies.)