New Delhi, Apr 23 (PTI) Sustained efforts by the Delhi government have led to a reduction in incidents of drunken driving, Transport Minister Pankaj Singh said on Thursday.
He was speaking at the Road Safety and Sustainable Mobility Initiative 2026 under the theme ‘Aware Today, Responsible Always for a Safer, Greener Tomorrow.’ Singh said the involvement of local representatives, MLAs, and non-governmental organisations can significantly boost awareness and help reduce road accidents.
“The Delhi government’s initiatives are focused on reducing road accidents and the tragic loss of lives, which deeply impacts families,” he said.
On tackling drunken driving, the minister said that the government has adopted a combination of enforcement and behavioural
interventions.
“The sustained efforts of the Delhi government have already led to a noticeable reduction in such incidents. With continued measures and public cooperation, instances of drunk driving will decline even further in the coming years,” he added.
The initiative featured a series of activities, including awareness drives for school children, free Pollution Under Control (PUC) check-ups, and nukkad nataks on road safety.
“Students are the future of our nation. Educating them about road safety today will shape a more responsible generation tomorrow. It is equally important to discourage underage driving and instil discipline at an early stage,” he added. PTI SSM SMV VN VN
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