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CAG kick starts the signature campaign for MVAA 2019 implementation in Tamil Nadu through engagement with DRSCs of Tirunelveli and Thiruvarur

A compliance audit conducted by CAG recently in two districts of Tamil Nadu, (i.e. Thiruvarur and Tirunelveli) revealed worrisome statistics of more than 50% of vehicle drivers not complying with the usage of helmets and seatbelts. The compliance levels among pillion riders and car passengers were seriously low underlining the general observation of lack of discipline amongst people riding
on two-wheelers and cars. To know more about the findings and recommendations from the helmet and seatbelt compliance study please read our blog.

The detailed reports of the study along with a set of recommendations were submitted to the respective district collectors to enable further action. The reports will be published on CAG’s website shortly. CAG in collaboration with their local partners also conducted outreach programs in two institutions of
Tirunelveli district and kick started a signature campaign appealing the Tamil Nadu state government to implement MVAA 2019. The outreach received significant media coverage in vernacular news mediums.

In addition to this, continuous efforts to engage with the District Road Safety Committees of the two focus districts are being taken. Capacity buildingvworkshops for local authorities, members of the DRSC and regional media workshops are being planned as our next steps in supporting the districts to achieve an improved road safety scenario and to emphasize the need to encourage the Tamil Nadu government to implement MVAA 2019 with immediate effect. Click here to read more