Road and Safety Awareness Class

Department of Zoology in association with Department of 

Motor vehicles, Govt.of Kerala (14 Nov 2023)

The First Aid Charitable Trust, in collaboration with the Department of Motor Vehicles, Government of Kerala, inaugurated its activities for the year 2023-24 in Alappuzha district. The inaugural function took place at T.K Madhava Memorial College, Nangiarkulangara, on November 14, 2023, at 11:30 am in the college seminar hall. Approximately 127 attendees participated in the session.

First Aid Charitable Trust, established in 2018, is a charitable trust committed to providing hope and assistance to the less privileged. Their dedication to uplifting communities and individuals in need is the driving force behind their work. In times of crisis and disaster, First Aid takes the lead in providing immediate relief to the affected. They act as a supporting system for mankind by offering relief activities, rehabilitation services, disaster management, blood donation drives, medical camps, and support and shelter for the elderly.

The Kerala Motor Vehicles Department, regulated by the Government of Kerala under the provisions of Section 213 of the Motor Vehicles Act 1988, is responsible for vehicle registration, issuance of driving licenses, permits, collection of road taxes, and vehicular pollution control.

The session commenced with a prayer by Ms. Rajalekshmi (B.Sc. Zoology), infusing positive energy into the hearts of the attendees. Dr. S. Sheela, the Staff Association Secretary & HoD, Department of Zoology, delivered a warm welcome address, sharing a personal experience related to road accidents. Dr. Vinod Haridas, Associate Professor of Botany, invited dignitaries to light the lamp, officially inaugurating the function. The inaugural address was given by Sri Antony K.C., RTO, Enforcement, Alappuzha.

The session was further enhanced by felicitations from Sri Saneesh Kallokadan, State President of First Aid, and Sri Sundar Iyer, GM Marketing at Luminis School of Medical Scribing. Following the felicitations, the core of the session began. Motor Vehicles Inspector, Alappuzha, Sri Sunil, delivered an awareness talk on road safety, focusing on various aspects of road accidents through photos and records of past incidents in the locality. He engaged the audience with enthusiasm, making the session interesting. Ms. Anagha Raj, Vice Chairperson, Kerala University Union, proposed the vote of thanks, and the formal session concluded with the National Anthem sung by Ms. Sahira and Ms. Rajalekshmi (B.Sc. Zoology).

The session offered an interesting and thought-provoking experience that helped students understand the threats of accidents and the importance of adhering to road safety rules.