Uttrakhand CM Dhani flags off 5-km run in Dehradun to promote road safety, environmental protection
Dehradun, February 17
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday flagged off a 5-kilometre run from Cantt Road in Dehradun, organised to promote road safety awareness and environmental protection, with a large number of participants from various age groups taking part in the event.
On the occasion, the chief minister administered an oath to all participants, urging them to follow road safety rules and spread awareness about environmental conservation.
Addressing the gathering, CM Dhami emphasized that following traffic rules and protecting the environment is the duty of every citizen.
"Following traffic rules and protecting the environment is the duty of every citizen. He added that the government is continuously making efforts towards road safety and environmental protection," the chief minister said.
The event was also attended by MLA Savita Kapoor and MLA Khajan Dass, among other dignitaries. The event saw enthusiastic participation from people across all age groups, reflecting the broad public support for the twin cause of road safety and environmental awareness.
The marathon reflects Chief Minister Dhami's broader commitment to engaging citizens directly on issues of public welfare -- a commitment he demonstrated earlier in the day at "Mukhya Sevak Ki Chaupal" programme, held under the "Jan-Jan Ki Sarkar, Jan-Jan Ke Dwar" campaign at Village Aryanagar in rural Haridwar, where he interacted directly with the villagers and listened to their grievances.
During the Chaupal, Dhami also issued on-the-spot instructions to departmental officers for the timely resolution of public complaints and assured that no grievance would go unheard.
Just as he urged officials to bring administration to people's doorsteps at the Chaupal, the marathon run shared a similar spirit--taking the message of road safety and environmental responsibility directly to the streets and into the hands of ordinary citizens.
Road safety remains a critical concern in Uttarakhand, where mountainous terrain and narrow roads make adherence to traffic rules essential to protect both residents and the large number of tourists who visit the state annually.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It's heartening to see participation from all age groups. Road safety is not just for drivers, but for pedestrians and children too. Hope the message reaches every household. The 'Chaupal' interaction is also a good step for direct governance.
While awareness runs are good, we need concrete action on the ground. The mountain roads need better maintenance, proper signboards, and stricter enforcement against reckless driving, especially by tourist vehicles. The oath is symbolic, but implementation is key.
As a frequent visitor to Uttarakhand, I appreciate this focus. Tourists often aren't aware of local road conditions. Integrating environmental protection is crucial for preserving the state's natural beauty. A positive step!
Jan-Jan Ke Dwar is a good slogan. Hope the on-the-spot instructions at the Chaupal lead to actual problem-solving. Connecting a marathon to public welfare shows creative thinking. Bhagidari of citizens is essential for both road safety and a clean environment.
This is wonderful! We need to inculcate these values in our youth. Maybe schools can organize similar mini-marathons. Protecting our Devbhoomi's environment is everyone's duty. Jai Uttarakhand! 🙏
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