Hyderabad: Cyberabad Police intensified the Arrive Alive road safety initiative through awareness campaigns and enforcement measures aimed at reducing road accidents.
Addressing a programme at Sattva Knowledge Park, Shikha Goel said road safety remained a personal responsibility. She observed improved seatbelt usage and stressed consistent helmet use along with alertness while crossing roads.
She noted that road accidents claimed more lives than many other crimes. She added that authorities reported nearly 8,000 fatalities last year, underscoring the need for behavioural change.
She also warned against distracted driving. According to her, even a few seconds of mobile phone use could prove fatal.
Arrive Alive road safety drives awareness and enforcement
M. Ramesh said the programme operates through campaigns in schools, colleges, and public spaces. He identified over-speeding, drunk driving, and signal jumping as major causes of accidents.
He further pointed to wrong-side driving and mobile phone use as key risk factors. He reiterated that high speed often results in fatal consequences.
The Commissioner added that people aged 18 to 35 account for a large share of road accident deaths. Therefore, he stressed the need for defensive driving practices.
Cyberabad Police implemented “Operation ROPE” to remove encroachments and improve pedestrian safety. The move also helped ease traffic flow across busy stretches.
Officials advised motorists to follow lane discipline and use vehicle lights responsibly. They also urged strict adherence to road signs.
In addition, police encouraged eco-friendly habits such as walking short distances and using carpooling. These steps, they said, help reduce congestion.
The Commissioner said awareness training programmes would be conducted with NGO support. These sessions aim to educate citizens on safe driving before issuing licences.