Sri Ramakrishna College for Women (SRCW) has inked an MoU with road safety NGO UYIR to bolster safety awareness. This strategic move aims to transform students into road safety ambassadors to curb rising accident rates.

  • SRCW and road safety NGO UYIR signed an MoU to strengthen safety awareness.
  • Approximately 300 road fatalities were reported in Coimbatore in H1 2026.
  • The initiative aims to empower students as 'Road Safety Ambassadors'.

Coimbatore: In a significant move to combat the rising number of road mishaps, Sri Ramakrishna College for Women (SRCW) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Coimbatore-based road safety NGO, UYIR. The partnership is designed to integrate road safety education into the student lifestyle and expand the reach of safety campaigns.

The agreement was formalised by SRCW Principal Chitra and R. Satish, Mentor of the Education Vertical at UYIR and Head of Administration at LMW. The event was attended by Praveen, DGM of Administration and Hospitality at LMW, along with various faculty members and enthusiastic students.

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Addressing the Crisis

During the event, Mr. Satish highlighted the grim reality of urban road safety. He revealed that during the first half of 2026, Coimbatore witnessed approximately 300 deaths due to road accidents. A concerning trend noted was the high number of pedestrians among the victims, highlighting the vulnerability of non-motorized commuters.

Mr. Satish emphasized that most road fatalities are entirely preventable through adherence to traffic laws and disciplined behavior. He urged the student community to act as catalysts for change, spreading awareness within their families and social circles.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that institutional involvement in civic safety issues creates a multiplier effect. By leveraging the influence of educational institutions, NGOs can reach a demographic that is most capable of driving long-term cultural shifts in how traffic rules are perceived and followed in rapidly growing cities like Coimbatore.

Road accident deaths are preventable; safe practices must begin at the grassroots level, starting at home.

While SRCW already hosts a UYIR Road Safety Club, this new MoU will significantly upscale the existing initiatives. The collaboration will focus on increasing student and faculty participation in active road safety drills, workshops, and community outreach programs.

Did You Know?: Road safety ambassadors are trained individuals who lead by example to influence the behavior of others on the road, significantly reducing local accident rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the goal of the MoU between SRCW and UYIR?
The goal is to strengthen road safety awareness among students and faculty and to turn students into active ambassadors for road safety.

2. How many road fatalities occurred in Coimbatore recently?
According to UYIR, approximately 300 people died in road accidents in Coimbatore during the first half of 2026.