National Road Safety Day, Traffic Police Conduct Awareness Drive in Kukatpally
On National Road Safety Day, Kukatpally Traffic Police conducted a traffic awareness programme near South India Shopping Mall, promoting helmet use and road safety.
Hyderabad (Kukatpally): On the occasion of National Road Safety Day, the Kukatpally Traffic Police conducted a large-scale traffic awareness programme near South India Shopping Mall to promote safe driving practices and highlight the importance of wearing helmets.
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The initiative aimed at reducing road accidents and encouraging responsible behaviour among motorists, especially two-wheeler riders.
Traffic Awareness Programme at Kukatpally
The programme was organised under the limits of the Kukatpally Traffic Police Station as part of National Road Safety Day observances.
Key highlights of the event:
- Public awareness on road safety rules
- Focus on mandatory helmet usage
- Direct interaction with commuters
- Appreciation for responsible riders
Senior Police Officers Attend the Event
The programme was held under the leadership of Timmappa, Kukatpally Traffic CI, along with support from Sriharsha Foundation, led by Himabindu Reddy.
Dignitaries present:
- Veeranna, Additional DCP
- Venkatayya, Traffic ACP
They stressed the need for strict adherence to traffic rules to save lives.
Helmet-Wearing Riders Felicitated
As part of the awareness drive:
- Two-wheeler riders wearing helmets were felicitated with flowers
- Riders travelling without helmets were identified and counselled
- Helmets were distributed to those violating safety norms
- Police explained the life-saving benefits of helmet use
This gesture was aimed at encouraging positive behaviour rather than punishment.
Police Appeal for Public Cooperation
Speaking on the occasion, Traffic CI Timmappa urged citizens to cooperate with traffic police and strictly follow road safety rules.
He appealed to the public to:
- Always wear helmets while riding two-wheelers
- Follow traffic signals and speed limits
- Help create safer roads for everyone
He said road safety is a shared responsibility and small precautions can prevent major tragedies.
Road Safety a Priority in Hyderabad
The Kukatpally awareness programme reflects the Hyderabad traffic police’s continued efforts to reduce accidents through education, enforcement, and community participation.
Officials said similar programmes will be conducted in other parts of the city in the coming days.
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