Students call for greater road safety awareness among motorists in Coimbatore
Students in Coimbatore participated in a road safety campaign organized by the NGO Uyir to promote responsible driving habits. The campaign encouraged motorists to follow traffic rules, maintain vehicle documentation, and prioritize safety over enforcement.
Why it matters
Public awareness campaigns are essential for reducing high rates of road traffic accidents in urban Indian environments.
Nearly 100 students from VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science and Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science for Women participated in a road safety awareness campaign organised by the non-governmental organisation (NGO) Uyir at the Gandhipuram junction in Coimbatore city on Friday (July 10, 2026).
The students distributed pamphlets to motorists and pedestrians and urged road users to wear helmets, stop behind the stop line at traffic signals, fasten seat belts, use rear-view mirrors, and carry valid driving licence, registration certificate, insurance and pollution under control (PUC) certificate while driving.
Police personnel who took part in the campaign emphasised that third-party insurance claims could be affected if a vehicle did not possess a valid Fitness Certificate (FC), wherever applicable, and urged motorists to keep all vehicle documents up to date. They also advised vehicle owners to opt for Personal Accident Cover (PAC).
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