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Telangana Considers RTC Merger, Launches Road Safety Drive "Arrive Alive"

Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar stated that a proposal to merge the state road transport corporation with the government is under a committee's consideration. He appealed to RTC employees not to strike, assuring their concerns will be addressed, with pending DA already released and PRC under review. Concurrently, the minister launched a six-day "Arrive Alive" road safety campaign in collaboration with police to promote traffic rules and reduce accidents. The initiative includes district reviews, honoring safe drivers, and the Rah-veer award for citizens who help accident victims within the golden hour.

Key Points: Telangana RTC Merger Under Review, "Arrive Alive" Campaign

  • RTC merger proposal under committee review
  • Minister appeals to employees to avoid strike
  • "Arrive Alive" road safety campaign launched
  • Campaign to analyze accident causes & raise awareness
  • Rah-veer award for golden hour helpers
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Proposal for RTC's merger with govt under consideration: Telangana Minister

Telangana Transport Minister says RTC merger with govt is under consideration, appeals to employees. Launches 6-day "Arrive Alive" road safety campaign.

"the issue of Telangana State Road Transport Corporation's merger with the government is under consideration - Ponnam Prabhakar"

Hyderabad, April 13

Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Monday said that the issue of Telangana State Road Transport Corporation's merger with the government is under consideration of a committee.

He appealed to TGSRTC employees not to go on strike and assured them that their concerns would be addressed.

He stated that the government is ready to discuss all issues except two pending matters and assured that employee-related concerns will be resolved.

The minister mentioned that the pending Dearness Allowance (DA) has already been released, while the government is considering the Pay Revision Commission (PRC).

He was talking to media persons after launching the road safety campaign "Arrive Alive" at the Khairatabad Transport Department office, as part of the Praja Palana Pragathi initiative.

He stated that a joint "Arrive Alive" campaign will be conducted by the Police and Transport Departments from April 13 to April 18 to promote road safety. He said the initiative aims to identify the causes of road accidents, create awareness of traffic rules, and implement measures to reduce accidents.

The Transport Department is also taking steps toward environmental protection and will ensure strict enforcement of traffic regulations.

The minister revealed that departmental reviews will be conducted across all districts over six days. He emphasised that the programme's primary objective is accident prevention and saving lives.

Highlighting emergency response, he noted that individuals assisting road accident victims by admitting them to hospitals within the "golden hour" are eligible for the Rah-veer award.

He added that reforms, such as the removal of checkpoints, have been implemented. Steps are being taken to educate students in all schools about traffic rules.

The department has also decided to honour RTC drivers who complete 30 years of service without a single accident.

The minister directed officials to organize road safety meetings in every district.

- IANS

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Priya S
The 'Arrive Alive' campaign is a much-needed initiative! Road safety is a huge concern in Hyderabad. Honoring drivers with 30 years of safe service is a fantastic way to motivate others. Hope they also focus on improving bus maintenance for safety. 🙏
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Rahul R
While the road safety measures sound good, I'm skeptical. We hear about committees and considerations often, but actual implementation is slow. The government needs to deliver on its promises to employees first to avoid strikes. Actions speak louder than words.
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Ashley H
The Rah-veer award for helping accident victims within the golden hour is a brilliant idea! It will encourage bystanders to step up. Teaching traffic rules in schools is also the right long-term approach. Safety has to start young.
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Karthik V
Merger talks are fine, but what about improving the actual service? Buses are often late and overcrowded. Focus on frequency, cleanliness, and punctuality. A government-run service should set a higher standard for public transport.
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Meera T
Good to see a holistic approach - employee welfare, road safety, and environment. The removal of checkpoints should ease traffic. Hope the district reviews are thorough and lead to real changes. Telangana's transport needs a major upgrade.

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