{"id":53605,"date":"2025-10-22T17:46:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-22T12:16:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/punjabenews.com\/English\/?p=53605"},"modified":"2025-10-22T17:47:33","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T12:17:33","slug":"mann-governments-hauli-chalo-campaign-becomes-a-public-movement-rural-roads-now-safer-than-ever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/punjabenews.com\/English\/latest\/mann-governments-hauli-chalo-campaign-becomes-a-public-movement-rural-roads-now-safer-than-ever\/","title":{"rendered":"Mann Government\u2019s \u2018Hauli Chalo\u2019 Campaign Becomes a Public Movement \u2014 Rural Roads Now Safer Than Ever"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Punjab E News (Pawan Dhupar):<\/span>\u00a0 In another historic step toward good governance and public safety, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Traffic and Road Safety Wing of the Punjab Police has launched the \u201cHauli Chalo\u201d (Drive Slowly) campaign. This unique initiative marks a milestone in strengthening road safety across Punjab\u2019s rural areas. The campaign was inaugurated by Special DGP A.S. Rai at the Bhago Majra Toll Plaza, where reflector stickers were affixed to tractor-trolleys. This step is not only technically impactful but also symbolizes the Mann government\u2019s compassionate and farmer-friendly approach.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>In its first phase, reflector stickers will be installed on 30,000 tractor-trolleys, covering nearly 4,100 kilometers of Punjab\u2019s road network. Supported by Yara India and implemented by the State Safety Force (SSF), this project demonstrates that the Punjab Government\u2019s focus now extends beyond mere traffic regulation \u2014 prioritizing the safety of citizens, especially farmers, who form the backbone of the state.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Statistics from 2017 to 2022 show 2,048 tractor-trolley accidents leading to 1,569 deaths \u2014 a grim reminder of the dangers on rural roads. Most victims were farmers \u2014 the very soul of Punjab. CM Mann\u2019s government treated these numbers as an \u201calarm bell,\u201d responding with strong policy measures and awareness drives. \u201cHauli Chalo\u201d is a major step in this direction, signifying that Punjab will now lead not just in agricultural output but also in ensuring farmer safety.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Special DGP A.S. Rai emphasized that this is not merely a safety initiative but a \u201cpublic awareness movement.\u201d In rural regions, unlit or non-reflective tractor-trolleys often cause nighttime accidents. With reflector stickers, such vehicles will now be visible from a distance \u2014 drastically reducing accidents and instilling a new culture of road safety awareness among citizens.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>According to Punjab Police reports, 2024 saw a remarkable decline in road accident fatalities, especially those occurring within the first 24 hours after a crash. This improvement is not a statistical coincidence but a result of the Mann Government\u2019s farsighted policy approach, which integrates enforcement, road engineering, and public awareness.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Notably, all SSF units across Punjab are participating in this campaign simultaneously. Given the ongoing harvesting season, this timing is crucial, as tractor visibility often decreases during foggy morning and evening hours. Launching \u201cHauli Chalo\u201d now is a direct step toward protecting farmers\u2019 lives during this critical period.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Punjab Government has also linked this initiative to the rural economy and agricultural lifestyle. Installing reflectors is not just about safety \u2014 it\u2019s about upholding the dignity of farming itself. Under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann\u2019s leadership, Punjab is moving into a new era of \u201cSafe Farming, Safe Farmers\u201d \u2014 where the journey from field to market becomes safer and more aware.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ultimately, \u201cHauli Chalo\u201d is not just a slogan \u2014 it represents Punjab\u2019s new mindset: Drive Slowly, Drive Safely, Save Lives. 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