Kharar (Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar), October 22:- With the aim of educating young people about the harmful effects of drugs, encouraging responsible behaviour towards road safety and motivating them to take up sports, the District Police organised an awareness seminar at Doaba Group of Colleges, Kharar.
Under the guidance of Senior Superintendent of Police, SAS Nagar, Varun Sharma, and Superintendent of Police (Traffic), Ramandeep Singh, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Traffic) Karnail Singh provided students with detailed information on staying away from drugs, following traffic rules and adopting a healthy lifestyle.
During the seminar, students were informed that drug use harms not only the physical and mental health of young people but also their future. They were encouraged to stay away from drugs and participate in sports and other constructive activities.
While raising awareness about traffic rules, students were urged to maintain a controlled speed while driving, avoid jumping red lights, wear helmets while riding two-wheelers, wear seat belts in four-wheelers, refrain from driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and avoid using mobile phones while driving.
Students were also encouraged to uphold human values on the road and consider the safety of others. They were told that giving way to an ambulance immediately is every citizen’s responsibility and that people injured in road accidents should be helped without fear.
The students were also informed about the legal consequences of violating traffic rules under Section 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act. They were told that using a mobile phone while driving could attract a fine of ₹5,000 for the first violation and ₹10,000 for the second. In addition, under the applicable provisions of law, the violation may also lead to imprisonment for up to six months and suspension of the driving licence for three months.
At the conclusion of the seminar, Karnail Singh urged students to participate in sports, adopt discipline and spread awareness against drug abuse in society.
On the occasion, Dr. Meena Jaitly, Principal Director of Doaba Group of Colleges, Kharar; Dr. Preet Mohinder Singh, Principal Director; S. Bath Singh; and other staff members were present. They thanked the Traffic Police for organising the awareness seminar for the benefit of students.
