It is not a nice or easy thing to say, but all too often we talk about people who have died on our roads. We do not always think of the people who are seriously injured or the impact this has on families, relationships, communities and our future.
'Today' gives us an opportunity to better understand the real human impact of road collisions and how we can work together to prevent further needless tragedy on our roads.
I would
like all of us to follow and inculcate the golden rules while driving,
1. Stop or slow
down
2. Buckle up
3. Obey rules
4. Obey speed
limit
5. Keep the
vehicle fit
6. Wear helmets
7. Never drive
dangerously
8. Be courteous
9. Never use
mobile phones
10. Never mix
drinking and driving
They lack physical protection which makes them vulnerable to being injured if involved in a collision. Though helmets cannot prevent injuries to the other parts of the body, it reduces the chances and severity of head injuries which can prove fatal.
Many countries around the world are facing the problem of a rapidly rising number of people injured or killed while driving a motorcycle or bicycle (two - wheeler). In
The severity of these injuries is really
high.
The treatment for these ailments are very
costly and requires a long period of hospitalization and there are
possibilities of disability even after the treatment and recovery.
'Helmets' are highly beneficial in reducing
the likelihood of head injuries. In a country like India, it is necessary to increase the use of helmets.
Than just speaking about it or reaching out
to people to spread awareness, it is more effective to practically implement it
in our life. Travelling is enjoyable, enjoy the ride more safely by
wearing a helmet and please do not become another statistic!!
In a country where helmet laws and standards
exist, it is important to create awareness and effective implementation so that
we can save the creative brains of the youth which is necessary for "
Safer Roads and a Safer India
