Hey there, folks! Here’s some fresh news from Wagholi on this fine day of 30th January 2025. The Rotary Club of Pune Kharadi got things rolling by launching a ‘Road Safety Resolution’ campaign in honor of Republic Day. The aim? To shed light on the alarming rise in road accidents. And guess who joined in? Students from BJS College showed up in full force at Kesanand Road, Wagholi to lend a hand.
The event kicked off with big names like Rotary Club President Dhanya Narayanan, Secretary Colonel Kulbir, and PI Director Neeta Razdan Kaul in attendance. Assistant Police Inspector Gajanan Prahlad Jadhav shared some pearls of wisdom on road safety, urging everyone to stay alert and cautious while on the road.
Let’s talk numbers, shall we? India’s road accident stats are no joke. Over 4.5 lakh accidents took place in 2023 alone, claiming more than 1.5 lakh lives. Wagholi, including its surrounding areas, has seen a spike in accidents too. On average, 15-20 minor accidents and 5-7 serious ones occur monthly in Wagholi. Yikes!
So, what’s causing all these mishaps? Speed demons, traffic rule-breakers, and folks forgetting to buckle up or wear helmets are the main culprits. To combat this, students proudly flaunted posters with messages like “Road Safety, Life Protection” during the campaign. President Dhanya Narayanan stressed the importance of being a responsible citizen, not just on Republic Day but every day.
Assistant Police Inspector Gajanan Jadhav chimed in with some golden rules for road safety: obey speed limits, say no to drunk driving, and always wear your helmet and seatbelt. The Rotary Club of Pune Kharadi isn’t stopping here. They’ve got plans to spread the road safety message far and wide in Wagholi and beyond, with future programs involving local authorities, schools, and colleges.
As the event wrapped up, students received certificates for their hard work, and attendees pledged to prioritize road safety in their daily routines. Remember, folks, safety first! And here are some eye-opening stats to drive the point home: 4.5 lakh accidents yearly in India, with 1.5 lakh deaths, 15-20 minor and 5-7 serious accidents monthly in Wagholi, 70% of accidents due to speeding and violations, and not wearing helmets or seatbelts leads to nasty injuries.
Stay safe out there, folks, and keep those roads accident-free!
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