Awareness Programme on Road Safety at Unakoti KalaKshetra

Correspondent: Ashim Datta, Kailashahar

An exceptional awareness programme on road safety was organized on Tuesday, 8th July at 6 PM at the Unakoti Kala Kshetra in Kailashahar. The initiative was taken by Zara Foundation in collaboration with the Transport Department of the Government of Tripura. The core message of the event was:

“Let roads be a path of peace, not death. Livelihood comes after life—No more road accidents.”

The primary objective of the programme was to raise public awareness about road safety and encourage collective responsibility toward building an accident-free society. With the rising number of road accidents every day in our country, such initiatives have become the need of the hour.

The event began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, inaugurated by Chapala Debroy, Chairperson of Kailashahar Municipal Council. Dignitaries present included Pradip Sarkar, Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Mobashwar Ali, Chairman of Tripura Waqf Board, Mosahid Ali, head of Zara Foundation, along with officials from the traffic department.

In their speeches, the speakers highlighted that road safety is an integral part of our daily lives. They pointed out that most road accidents result from negligence, lack of awareness, and non-compliance with traffic rules.

Simple precautions—such as using zebra crossings, following traffic signals, and wearing helmets and seatbelts—can prevent many accidents. They emphasized that whether we are pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, or passengers, we all share the responsibility of staying safe and ensuring the safety of others.

Such programmes do not just make individuals aware but also help spread awareness across communities. As the speakers rightly said, one person’s caution is not enough; everyone must follow the rules. If we all become more conscious, the number of road accidents can be significantly reduced.

The event saw a notable turnout, including students from schools and colleges, guardians, teachers, local social workers, drivers, and pedestrians. Through this initiative, a strong message was sent to the public — safe roads are everyone’s right and responsibility.

Zara Foundation has long been involved in organizing various social awareness programmes. This recent effort is undoubtedly another step toward making commuters more responsible and saving many lives.

The programme concluded with a special cultural performance by the renowned National Rhythm Orchestra of Tripura, organized by Zara Foundation at Unakoti Kala Kshetra.

The event ended with a collective appeal to all: “Let’s say together: No more road accidents! We demand safe roads for all!”