world day of remembrance

Road accident deaths in India continue to rise, leading to significant loss of lives and considerable impact on the economy. In 2023 alone, 18,347 road deaths were reported in Tamil Nadu. Beyond loss of life, road accidents impose significant economic burdens on victims and their families, including medical costs and lost productivity.  These challenges are particularly acute for low- and middle-income families.

Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death among those aged 05 - 29 (WHO). Prioritising speed over safety, and designing road infrastructure that favours the strong and able, is why we have arrived here. Today, World Day of Remembrance, is a time to remember those that died on our roads, and promise ourselves to never repeat the mistakes of our past.  Let's break the trend. #WDoR2023 #SafetyAndJustice

Mr.Ganesan lost his father to a #speeding vehicle. He shares how road crashes not only kill but also have a huge social & economical impact on families. His voice urges us to be more responsible on roads. What are your thoughts? #RoadAccidents #RoadSafety #WorldDayOfRemembrance

Mr.Rajesh Khanna, a resident of #Chennai highlights how distracted driving has been normalised & why we don't see it as a critical road risk anymore. As a road crash victim (leg injury) he also sheds light on the #employment & financial challenges that survivors face on a daily basis. We cannot shrug off the real financial implications of even minor crashes & how some of these can be life changing. 

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#TamilNadu's recent move on increase in penalties as a deterrant for various #traffic violations as per the #MVAA2019, has garnered mixed reactions from the citizens. Highlighting this concern at the event commemorating #WDoR2022, Thiru.M.Manakumar, Additional Transport Commissioner, TNSTA, said that it important for all road users to understand that these enforcement measures are to prioritise their own safety on roads. 

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CAG, in collaboration with the Greater Chennai Traffic Police & the School of Excellence in Law, commemorated #WDoR2022 on the Nov 22nd. Chief guest Thiru.Shankar Jiwal IPS, Commissioner of Police, GCP highlighted the need to prioritise human life by enabling discussions on the causes of road crashes & encouraged everyone to inculcate road discipline collectively as road users.

WDoR 2022 was commemorated in a joint event by CAG, the Greater Chennai Traffic Police, and the Dr. Ambedkar Law University. Thiru Shankar Jiwal, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Chennai and Mr. M. Manakumar, Additional Transport Commissioner felicitated the event. 

To remember the many precious lives killed and injured in Tamil Nadu's roads and to commend the efforts taken by the state consistently to promote road safety, we at CAG are organising an event titled “Tamil Nadu’s MARCH towards Vision ZERO”, in collaboration with the School of Excellence in Law and Greater Chennai Traffic Police on 22nd November 2022. Come join us and express your solidarity in creating safer roads for all.