The launch of Punjab’s Road Safety Force (SSF) has triggered a 48 percent plunge in road accident fatalities, a feat celebrated by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over the weekend. This elite unit’s blend of instant emergency aid, rapid hospital transfers, and top-tier trauma care has redefined crash response.
Punjab shed its infamous tag among the top three states for road deaths through relentless infrastructure improvements and SSF interventions. Key black spots like Patiala-Sirhind have been rectified, complemented by 43,000 km of resilient new roads.
Nationally acclaimed, the SSF model earned a shoutout from Prime Minister Modi on ‘Mann Ki Baat’ as an exemplary national template. States across India are lining up to emulate Punjab’s strategy, contacting authorities for insights.
Covering 4,200 km of notorious highways, SSF’s patrols deter violations while prioritizing life-saving actions and asset protection for victims. This holistic deterrence surpasses past governments’ indifference to such vital issues. Punjab’s triumph signals a brighter, safer future for Indian roadways, with potential ripple effects coast to coast.