DGP Presents Proposals on Traffic Management & Road Safety Bureau and Anti-Drug Safety Framework for Educational Institutions

 Director General of Police Sri C.V. Anand, IPS, made detailed presentations before the Hon'ble Chief Minister on the proposed Traffic Management and Road Safety (TMARS) Bureau and a comprehensive framework for establishing Anti-Drug and Safety Committees in educational institutions across Telangana.A detailed presentation was made on the proposed Traffic Management and Road Safety (TMARS) Bureau, followed by an extensive discussion with all stakeholder departments. The Hon'ble Chief Minister shared his vision and suggestions on the proposed bureau and provided directions on its structure and future course of action.

The proposed TMARS Bureau aims to standardise traffic management practices and road safety measures across the State, undertake critical improvements in traffic signals and road infrastructure, strengthen highway patrolling, and implement coordinated measures to reduce fatalities in road accidents.The meeting also deliberated on the proposal to establish Anti-Drug and Safety Committees in all educational institutions. Developed after months of consultations, the proposal outlines a structured mechanism to prevent drug abuse and promote student safety on campuses.

The proposed framework includes clearly defined roles and responsibilities for educational institution managements, campus coordinators and designated spotters to identify students exhibiting behavioural changes and facilitate timely intervention. It also proposes accountability measures for institutions, student affidavits promoting awareness and responsibility, and compliance mechanisms to ensure effective implementation.The Hon'ble Chief Minister appreciated the proposals, offered several valuable suggestions and directed that the initiatives be further strengthened through inter-departmental coordination. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive and sustainable mechanism to safeguard students and build drug-free educational campuses across the State.The Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police will jointly coordinate with the concerned departments to refine the proposals and develop an effective implementation framework aimed at strengthening road safety and protecting the future generation from the menace of drugs.