CM Dr. Mohan Yadav launches road safety initiatives in MP, unveils “Sanjay” app, and targets 20% accident reduction with tech and public awareness by 2028.
CM Dr. Mohan Yadav, has stressed that life is priceless and that it is never okay to be careless or rush when you don’t follow road safety standards. He said that nothing in the world is more important than human life, so it is everyone’s job to respect the rules of the road. He told everyone to always wear helmets when riding bikes and to constantly remember to buckle up when driving cars. Dr. Yadav, the Chief Minister, said that as people become better, society gets better. Every responsible citizen must follow the regulations of the road, and it is a duty. Drivers have a civic duty to look out for their own safety and the safety of others. To support this objective, government officials are dedicated to setting a good example by driving safely and strictly enforcing road safety laws. They will also work with people in their communities to plan workshops and awareness campaigns that will help create a culture of road safety.
On Wednesday, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav opened the one-day state-level workshop on road safety measures at the RCVP Noronha Academy of Administration and Management by lighting the ceremonial lamp and speaking to the crowd.
Dr. Yadav, the Chief Minister, remarked that the best way for a good driver to show their skills is to drive sensibly and act responsibly on the road. People working together to raise awareness about road safety can greatly lower the number of accidents, and getting people involved can make traffic safer. He promised that the government will always have the money it needed to make roads safer.
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M Dr. Yadav produced the innovative Road Safety App “Sanjay,” which is designed for modern road safety management. The “Sanjay” app is meant to give users real-time traffic information, keep an eye on road conditions, and warn them about places where accidents are more likely to happen. It also lets officials keep an eye on and analyze traffic data, which helps them make plans to make roads safer. It is planned that departments would use the app to make traffic management easier and improve communication between the different entities that are in charge of traffic safety.
The Public Works Department (PWD) and Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation Limited signed two distinct MoUs with IIT Madras and Save Life Foundation during the workshop. One was about DDHI and the other was about Road Safety Management. These MoUs are meant to help the state improve road safety by working together on new technologies and teaching programs. The goal of the relationship with IIT Madras is to come up with data-driven ways to find and fix problems with road safety. The goal of the partnership with the Save Life Foundation is to get people involved in and aware of community safety issues. The Chief Minister also put out the book “Road Safety Education System” and the report “Road Safety,” both of which were made by IIT Madras.
Dr. Yadav, the Chief Minister, said that the PWD is taking new steps to lower the number of deaths in car accidents. There are both benefits and problems that come with expanding highways. There are around 9,000 km of national highways and 11,000 km of state highways in the state. He was sure that the workshop would reach its goals and that the ideas that were shared would be put into action to save lives. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav talked about national development and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has started big projects to make India stronger. He also mentioned the Golden Quadrilateral project by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee as an important stride in this direction.
Dr. Yadav, the Chief Minister, said that the ideas that came out of the workshop will help keep roads safe for a long time. He talked about how Madhya Pradesh sits in the middle of India and has a lot of highways that connect its major cities. Madhya Pradesh is now the fifth-best state in managing road safety and preventing accidents. However, with the help of residents, legislators, and government departments, the state hopes to become the best. To do this, the administration has established precise goals. For example, they want to cut the number of road accidents by 20% over the next five years and get the state up to the top three in road safety management by 2028. Tracking progress will be based on the number of accidents that happen and the speed with which safety measures are put in place. The Chief Minister also talked about fresh development gifts for the holy city of Orchha. He also said again that he wants Madhya Pradesh to be a leader in national development.
Dr. Yadav, the Chief Minister, advised everyone to be responsible drivers. He stressed that being reckless puts not just the driver but also other people’s lives at risk. A lot of people still don’t wear seat belts or helmets, which is against the regulations and might kill someone. You don’t need to drive dangerously to look like a “hero.” A real hero follows the rules of the road. The government can fix roads, give out helmets, and police the law, but the driver is still responsible. He remarked, “Let’s work together to make road safety a way of life.”
According to Public Works Minister Shri Rakesh Singh, roads are the most important part of a state’s growth because they are necessary for both economic and social improvement. Road accidents have also gone up as roads have gotten faster and more modern. He said that just doing something by the government isn’t enough to address this problem. It is really important for people in the community to be involved. It’s not simply the legislation or the police that make roads safe; it’s also a way of thinking that should be taught to kids from a young age. He also said that people need to be driven to follow traffic laws to keep accidents from happening.
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Minister Shri Singh said that the PWD has established the “Lokpath App,” which lets people report road damage or accidents right away. Within seven days, the officer in charge must fix the problem. When officials get a report through the app, they should respond within 24 hours and do an initial evaluation to figure out how urgent the matter is. Then, they will work with the right departments to make sure that the repair or solution happens on schedule. They also need to write down every step they take to deal with the report so that everyone can see what is happening and be held accountable. The App has a “black spot alert system” that tells drivers ahead of time about regions where accidents are likely to happen. It also has information about gas stations, repair shops, and other important places. Minister Shri Singh said that making sure the quality of road development is a major concern. We check the quality of roads and buildings twice a month without warning. In the future, professional agencies that are on a panel will be in charge of making sure that safety standards are followed on smaller roads. This will include putting up the right signs, reflectors, and safety infrastructure. The department’s mission is to make Madhya Pradesh accident-free with the help of CM Dr. Yadav. They will do this by using new technology, raising public awareness, and working together as a community.
Chief Secretary Shri Anurag Jain said that public awareness and responsibility are just as important as technical advancements when it comes to avoiding road accidents. He said that around 53% of accidents in India involve two-wheelers, and wearing helmets correctly can save up to 60% of lives. He emphasized that wearing helmets and buckling seatbelts is not just about following the rules; it’s also about keeping yourself safe. CS Shri Jain talked about the idea of the “Zero Fatality Corridor” and said that accidents went down a lot when road design, speed control, and awareness initiatives were put in place. He talked on the five main parts of road safety: engineering, enforcement, education, emergency response, and insurance. He stressed that all sectors need to work together. He also said that the Indian government is starting a new emergency response system that lets hospitals know right away after an accident. This would make sure that treatment is free for the first seven days, up to ₹1.5 lakh. Jain asked both residents and government departments to make road safety a public movement, saying that even a tiny step might save thousands of lives.
Professor Dr. Venkatesh Balasubramanian, a road safety expert from IIT Madras and an independent director of the Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation (MPRDC), said that Madhya Pradesh is taking strong strides to become a model state for road safety. He said that road safety is not merely a technical issue, but also a social and economic one that needs the cooperation of the government, administration, and society. He said that most accidents happen because of mistakes made by people, but about 3% happen because of problems with the infrastructure, like bad road design and lack of signs. He suggested that scientific analysis and corrective action be taken to lessen these reasons. He stressed that for road safety management, it is crucial to collect reliable data and coordinate amongst departments. Departments will be able to find black spots more easily and take quick action to fix them by sharing datasets. This will help the state achieve its goal of “making every turn safe.”
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Sukhveer Singh, the Principal Secretary of PWD, said that the workshop shows that the state is serious about making roads safer and cutting down on accidents. The main goal is “Every Turn Safe.” He said that 93% of accidents are caused by people making mistakes, while 7% are caused by bad road design and signs. These issues are being dealt with as a top priority. There are 1,041 black spots in the state. Short-term fixes have been made, and long-term fixes will be in place by 2027 (PWD) and 2028 (MPRDC).
Professors from IIT Madras, collectors from Indore and Mauganj, and officers from the Transport and Health Departments also spoke during the event on their experiences with using many disciplines to improve road safety.
Dr. Yadav, the Chief Minister, went to an exhibition at the start of the program to see updated road safety equipment from many agencies, such as PWD, Transport, Traffic, and Urban Administration. Senior officials, such as Transport Secretary Manish Singh, MPRDC Managing Director Bharat Yadav, ADG Absar, Vivek Sharma, and Krishna, were there. There were also a lot of technical officials and more than 3,000 virtual participants from all over the districts, including collectors, SPs, and members of district road safety committees.