City’s first ‘traffic park’ inaugurated at DPS Nacharam
The Hindu
DPS Nacharam inaugurates Traffic Park to promote road safety, with Governor Jishnu Dev Varma as chief guest.
The Delhi Public School (DPS) Nacharam inaugurated the city’s first-ever Traffic Park as part of a pilot project by the government of Telangana to promote traffic safety awareness and responsible road behaviour among students.
Governor of Telangana, Jishnu Dev Varma, graced the occasion as the chief guest, alongside other dignitaries including Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and Special Chief Secretary Vikas Raj.
The event began at 3 p.m. with the ceremonial inauguration of the Traffic Park, which aims to serve as a learning hub for road safety practices. Trained DPS students demonstrated its features and practical applications through a live session, earning appreciation from the attendees.
The Governor, in his keynote address, highlighted the significance of instilling road safety values in students, describing it as the responsibility of every citizen. He applauded the efforts of DPS Nacharam and stressed the importance of similar initiatives in schools across the State. “If this programme can save even one life, it will be worth the effort,” he remarked, encouraging the broader adoption of traffic parks.
Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar echoed these sentiments, urging students to be ambassadors of road safety and to spread awareness within their families. The event also featured addresses by DPS Chairman Malka Komaraiah, who shared the school’s vision for advancing education, environmental sustainability, and community welfare. Senior Principal and Director Sunitha Rao welcomed the dignitaries and celebrated the institution’s two-decade journey of excellence.
The event also marked the official launch of the Research and Resource Department (R&R) for DPS and Pallavi Group of Schools. The department aims to foster a culture of academic excellence and professional growth among students and staff.
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