Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has appealed to the people of the state to actively participate in ‘Road Safety Month’, being observed across Uttar Pradesh till January 31, with the aim of reducing road accidents and saving lives. Addressing citizens through his public message “Yogi ki Paati”, the Chief Minister described road safety as a collective responsibility linked directly to the protection of families and the future generation.
CM Yogi Adityanath Launches Statewide Road Safety Month in Uttar Pradesh, Appeals for Public Cooperation
CM Yogi Adityanath expressed deep concern over the rising number of road accidents in the state, stating that thousands of lives are lost every year due to reckless driving and disregard for traffic rules. He noted that such accidents often lead to the untimely death of healthy individuals, leaving behind grieving families. Emphasising that this situation can be changed through awareness and shared responsibility, he called upon citizens to adopt safer road behaviour.
Part of the Road Safety Month campaign
As part of the Road Safety Month campaign, the Uttar Pradesh government is focusing on behavioural change among drivers and pedestrians. Special road safety drives are being conducted in 20 accident-prone districts, while over 3,000 accident-sensitive spots have been identified across the state for corrective measures. The campaign is being implemented on four key pillars — education, enforcement, engineering, and emergency care — to systematically address the causes of road accidents.
The Chief Minister stated that while the police will strictly enforce traffic laws, public cooperation is equally important. He warned that using mobile phones while driving, overspeeding, and driving under the influence of alcohol are among the leading causes of fatal accidents. CM Yogi also stressed that helmets and seat belts are not symbols of formality but essential tools for saving lives.
Highlighting parental responsibility, CM Yogi Adityanath urged parents to ensure that minors do not drive vehicles. He further appealed to motorists to remain sensitive towards pedestrians, reminding citizens that roads belong equally to everyone.
Reiterating his confidence in the people of Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi said he firmly believes that with public participation and adherence to traffic rules, the state’s roads can be made safer and more accessible for all.
