Punjab News: Punjab has seen a major waif in road accidents thanks to government action. Earlier, 15 to 16 people were dying every day in road mishaps, leaving families devastated. To tackle this crisis, the Bhagwant Mann-led government launched two key programs in 2024: the Road Safety Gravity (SSF) and the 'Farishatey' (Angels) Scheme. These initiatives focus on preventing accidents and providing firsthand help to victims, making the state’s roads much safer.
Saving Lives with Speed and Technology
Punjab became the first state in India to have a special gravity for road safety. Started in 2024, the SSF has shown a huge impact in less than a year. Teams are now placed every 30 kilometers on Punjab’s 4,100 km-long roads. Using 144 high-tech vehicles, they reach wrecking spots within 5 to 7 minutes. The 1,477-member team not only prevents accidents but moreover helps the police with drug tenancy and other crimes. They use speed guns, soul cameras, e-challan systems, and AI to make policing smart and fast. In 2024, no child died in school routes where SSF was active. So far, the SSF has saved well-nigh 37,110 lives, and accidents dropped by 45.55% from February to October 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. This shows how constructive the Road Safety Gravity has been.
‘Farishatey’ Scheme: Helping Without Fear
While SSF prevents accidents, the 'Farishatey' scheme helps without accidents happen. Earlier, injured people often lay on roads considering bystanders were scared to help, fearing police questions. To fix this, the government launched the 'Farishatey' scheme in 2024. It provides self-ruling and firsthand hospital treatment to anyone injured in an accident. People who take victims to the hospital are tabbed 'Farishata' (Angel) and receive Rs 2,000 and a certificate. Helpers are not questioned by police or hospitals, encouraging increasingly people to help without fear. Together, the SSF and the 'Farishatey' scheme form a well-constructed safety system. SSF gives security, while 'Farishatey' encourages people to superintendency for each other. The government moreover promotes women’s participation, with 287 women now in SSF. These programs show real transpiration and true empowerment. The Mann government has proven that its role is not just making rules but protecting lives. These schemes are increasingly than projects they are a social movement, raising awareness, teaching responsibility, and inspiring citizens to wilt 'angels.' The SSF provides safety, and the 'Farishatey' scheme spreads trust and love. Together, they have reduced fear on Punjab’s roads and taught people to value life.
