Mahabubnagar SP Addresses Youth on Defensive Driving and Traffic Safety
Under the Arrive Alive campaign, Mahabubnagar police addressed college students on traffic discipline, defensive driving habits, helmet and seat belt use, and the dangers of overspeeding and drunk driving.
- Road safety awareness highlighted defensive driving and speed control.
- Helmet and seat belt use stressed as lifesaving habits.
- Youth urged to avoid drunk driving and traffic violations.
As part of a focused push to reduce road accidents, a road safety awareness programme was held at Vasavi Degree College in Mahabubnagar town under the Arrive Alive initiative launched by the state police. Addressing students, Mahabubnagar Superintendent of Police D Janaki said informed and responsible youth can significantly cut accident risks and help build safer roads for everyone.
The SP explained that defensive driving is about anticipating danger before it turns into an accident. Observing traffic conditions, maintaining safe distance, controlling speed and staying alert to other road users’ mistakes were highlighted as habits that save lives. Students were warned against using mobile phones while driving and against riding vehicles when tired or drowsy.
Special emphasis was placed on two wheeler safety. The SP said both riders and pillion passengers must wear helmets with straps properly fastened. Car occupants were advised to always use seat belts, noting that these simple precautions often make the difference between life and death during accidents. Practices like overspeeding, triple riding and rash driving were described as major threats to young lives.
Students were also educated about blind spots near heavy vehicles and advised never to overtake from the left or cut in suddenly. Drunk driving was described as a punishable offence that slows reaction time and sharply increases the chance of fatal crashes.
The session included a presentation on recent accident cases and common driving errors, followed by a call to adopt traffic discipline as a daily habit. Officials said when young people respect road safety rules, an entire generation moves toward safer living, reminding students that personal caution also protects their families.
The programme was attended by police officers, college management, faculty members and nearly 400 students, marking another step in Mahabubnagar’s efforts to promote road safety awareness among youth.
