Human chain campaign on road safety held in Coimbatore
Uyir Trust, in collaboration with local police and Honda, organized a human chain campaign in Coimbatore to raise awareness about the dangers of using mobile phones while driving. The event aimed to promote road safety and reduce traffic accidents through community engagement.
Why it matters
Public awareness campaigns are essential for reducing road traffic fatalities and fostering a culture of responsible driving.
A human chain campaign organised by Uyir Trust in association with the district administration, the Coimbatore City Police and Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. on Tuesday (July 21, 2026) highlighted motorists about the dangers of using mobile phones while driving.
Volunteers formed a human chain between Peelamedu and Nava India on Avinashi Road.
Organisers said that the awareness campaign was a part of the Honda Ideal Road Safety Town Project for Coimbatore, which aims to reduce road traffic accidents through sustained road safety education, community participation, and public awareness.
Uyir Club volunteers, students of the Department of Social Work and Cyber Security from Hindusthan College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, representatives of Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., officers of the Coimbatore City Police and members of the public took part in the awareness drive.
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