IRF-PHDCCI Session On Fast Tracking Road Safety
New DelhiTo showcase innovation and provide a platform to share the future of the mobility landscape, NITI Aayog hosted the first MOVE Summit 2018 in New Delhi on 7th & 8th September 2018. The initiative aimed at creating a public interest framework to revolutionize transport, in partnership with stakeholders from across the mobility and transportation sectors. As a part of this initiative, International Road Federation in association with the PHD Chambers of Commerce & Industry, and with the support of NITI Aayog, organized a Curtain Raiser to MOVE Summit 2018, themed “Fast Tracking Road Safety”, highlighting the complementary role of Road Safety to the Summit’s interconnected objectives of access for all, efficiency, safety and green mobility. “Fast Tracking Road Safety” is an IRF IC programme series to consistently bring to the fore, the efforts required under the 4E pillar strategy of the United Nations, developed in 2010 after the adoption of Resolution Res/64/255. The strategy focuses on improving global road safety through taking suitable action/initiatives under the 4Es (Engineering, Education, Emergency Care and Enforcement). The aspect of Environment is also being focused on, as the 5th E. The UN Decade of Action for Road Safety, to which India is also committed, envisages 50% reduction in road traffic fatalities by 2020. A number of countries including India are signatory to this. The Curtain Raiser focused on the facets that would enable an improved road safety scenario to take it closer to the UN Decadal goals. IRF has been undertaking initiatives under the 4Es – Engineering (roads and vehicular), Education (bring about attitudinal change in the school children through consistent road safety education; education of masses through mass media campaigns – screening of short films in cinemas, etc.), Emergency Care towards strengthening trauma management during pre-hospital care, Enforcement for better traffic and road user management. The Featured Event on Road Safety covered on 3 aspects, through Panel discussions on: Safe Roads, Safe Vehicles, Safe RidingEducation, Advocacy, Behaviour and EnforcementTrauma Care during the Golden Hour Panel discussion 1 focused on road infrastructure and safety features of vehicles, external modifications of vehicles, annual inspections, etc. Panel discussion 2 examined how road safety education at school levels influences the attitudes towards road safety, advocacy to influence peer groups, road user behaviour in a given circumstance and enforcement to contain traffic offences and violations. Panel discussion 3 discussed ways and means to create capacities of trained first responders, thereby saving precious lives. The Recommendations arising out of these panel discussions were collated in the Concluding Session, and are being appropriately taken forward for implementation.
Road Safety Week 2019 – First Responder eFD Training on NH-24 Delhi-Meerut Stretch
New DelhiDuring the Road Safety Week 2019, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRT&H), sanctioned to International Road Federation - India Chapter (IRF IC), First Responder eFD Training on NH-24 Delhi-Meerut Stretch project. The project was carried out in two stages: (a) Pre-survey for meeting with District officials and Heads of Institutions, identifying training locations and enrolling participants and (b) Training of the identified participants. The training was conducted from 22nd January 2020 to 13th February 2020 at 7 locations; Duhai, Rajnagar Extn., Morta, Muradnagar, Mohiuddinpur, Bhadbhuaral, Subharti College, Bypass Road Meerut and Surajmal College, Sakhoti Tiraha Bypass. The resulting training of 330 trainees as against the targeted 245 trainees under the project has resulted in incremental safety on the National Highway 24 Delhi-Meerut Highway stretch through creating a pool of 330 trained First Responders.
1st Webinar on “Road Safety Engineering & Challenges”
OnlineThe first Webinar of the Webinar Series, which was flagged off on 9th February 2021 was organised to commence during the Annual Road Safety Month 2021 and most appropriately was graced by the Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways and MSME, Mr. Nitin Gadkari as the Chief Guest. At the outset, Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Chairman, IRF-IC introduced the Webinar Series and Welcomed the Chief Guest. The Hon’ble Minister inaugurated the Webinar series as also the first Webinar on “Road Safety Engineering & Challenges” on 9th February 2021. Mr. K.K. Kapila, President (Emeritus), IRF Geneva gave the Keynote Address. The Technical Sessions on the following subjects were moderated by Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Chairman, IRF-IC. Prof. P.K. Sikdar, President, ICT Pvt. Ltd. (Topic : Road Safety Scenario & Challenges in India) Dr. K. Ravinder, Sr. Principal Scientist & Head of Transportation Planning & Environment Division, CSIR-CRRI (Topic : Road Safety Audit & Inspection – A Pro-Active Measure) Dr. Sewa Ram, Professor & Head – Transport Planning, SPA (Topic : Planning & Design of Safe and Forgiving Roads) Recording of First Webinar held on “Road Safety Engineering & Challenges”
2nd Webinar on “Road Safety Engineering for Improved Safety”
OnlineIRF India Chapter organized the 2nd Webinar titled "Road Safety Engineering for Improved Safety" on 12th March 2021 from 16:30 – 19:00 Hrs. The Chief Guest at the Webinar was Mr. I.K. Pandey, Director General (Road Development) and Special Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways. Welcoming and introducing the Chief Guest at the Webinar, Mr. K.K. Kapila, President (Emeritus), IRF Geneva made his Introductory remarks. Prof. P.K. Sikdar was the Moderator of the webinar, which featured three eminent Speakers as follows:- 1. Prof. Satish Chandra, Director, CSIR-CRRI (Topic : Understanding Traffic Flow for Managing Road Safety) 2. Prof. G.J. Joshi, Professor, Transportation Engineering & Planning, Civil Engineering Department, SVNIT Surat (Topic : Intersection Design & Operation for Road Safety) 3. Dr. Ammu Gopalakrishnan, Transportation Safety Division, 3M India Ltd. (Topic : Design & Provision of Signs and Markings for Road Safety)
3rd Webinar on “Safer Roads for Safety of All Road Users”
OnlineThe IRF-IC 3rd Webinar on “Safer Roads for Safety of All Road Users” was held on 6th April 2021 from 16:30 Hrs. – 18:30 Hrs. (IST). At the outset, Mr. K.K. Kapila, President (Emeritus), IRF Geneva introduced the Webinar and the Chief Guest, Mr. N.N. Sinha, Secretary, Rural Department, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. Mr. N.N. Sinha addressed the gathering The Webinar was moderated by Ms. Susanna Zammataro, DG, IRF Geneva and had four eminent Speakers as follows:- 1. Ms. Vassiliki Danelli-Mylona, Director, RSI “Panos Mylonas” (Topic : Measures for Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) including School Zone Safety) 2. Prof. Geetam Tiwari , Professor, IIT Delhi (Topic : Accident Blackspot** : Identification & Mitigation – Method & Countermeasures) 3. Mr. Greg Smith, Global Programme Director, iRAP (Topic : Development of Standards for Safe & Forgiving Roads, including Hill Roads) 4. Dr. I.K. Pateriya, Director, NRIDA (Topic : Special Requirements for Road Safety in Rural (Village) Roads) Recording of third Webinar held on "Safer Roads for Safety of All Road Users"
4th Webinar on the subject “Road Safety Management and Action Plan”
OnlineIRF India Chapter organised the 4th Webinar titled “Road Safety Management and Action Plan” on 18th May 2021 from 16:30 – 19:00 Hrs. At the outset, Mr. K.K. Kapila, President (Emeritus), IRF Geneva introduced the Webinar. The Webinar was moderated by Dr. Shomik Raj Mehndiratta, Practice Manager, Transport – South Asia, The World Bank and had four eminent Speakers as follows:- The Guest Speaker at the Webinar was Mr. R.K. Pandey, Member (Projects), National Highways Authority of India. Welcoming and introducing the guest speaker at the Webinar, Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Chairman, IRF India Chapter made his Introductory remarks. 1. Mr.Kailash C. Tiwari, Consultant, Australia (Topic : Safe System Approach and Global Performance Targets) 2. Mr. Krishnan Srinivasan, Sr. Road Safety Consultant, The World Bank (Topic: Development of Capacity for Road Safety Management) 3. Dr. S.M. Sarin, Former Scientist-G, CRRI (Topic : Traffic Calming Measures for Enhancing Safety) 4. Mr. Tony Mathew, Principal Transport Specialist, TRL and Dr. John Fletcher, Principal Consultant, TRL, UK (Topic: Systematic Approach for Maximising Road Safety Benefits) Recording of Fourth Webinar held on subject “Road Safety Management and Action Plan”
5th Webinar on the subject “Engineering Measures & Funding for Road Safety”
OnlineIRF India Chapter organised the 5th Webinar in the series. The Webinar titled “Engineering Measures & Funding for Road Safety” was held on 1st June 2021 from 16:30 – 18:45 Hrs. At the outset,Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Chairman, IRF-IC welcomed the participants at the Webinar. He set the context of the webinar and also briefed the participants about the forthcoming Webinars. Mr. K.K. Kapila, President (Emeritus), IRF Geneva gave the Keynote Address and introduced the Webinar. He also briefed the participants about the road safety initiatives of IRF-IC, details of which have been uploaded on IRF-IC website. He invited participants and Corporates to generously contribute towards this road safety initiative. The Webinar was moderated by Mr. Bill Halkias, President, IRF Geneva and had four eminent Speakers. Video conveying the message of Mr. Jean Todt, United Nations Secretary General‘s Special Envoy for Road Safety and President, FIA. Dr. S. Gangopadhyay spoke a few words about Mr. Jean Todt. He thereafter welcomed and introduced the Moderator of the Webinar, Mr. Bill Halkias, President, IRF Geneva. Mr. Bill Halkias shared his insights on road safety to the participants and welcomed and introduced the Speakers. 1. Mr.Rob Mclnerney, CEO, iRAP (Topic : Adopting iRAP Star Rating for Global Targets) 2. Mr.Konstatinos Papandreou, CEO & M.D., Olympia Odos Operations SA (Topic : Management of Safety in Construction & Maintenance Works) 3.Mr.Shailesh Pathak, Head-Special Initiative Development Projects, L&T Ltd. (Topic : Financing Options for Consistent and Continued Interventions) 4. Dr. H.K. Reddy, CEO, Cube Highways and Transportation Assets Advisors (P) Ltd. (Topic :Mechanisms for Ensuring Safety in Toll Roads) Recording of Fifth Webinar held on subject "Engineering Measures & Funding for Road Safety" Questions & Answers Speaker : Mr. Kostas Papandreou Topic : Management of Safety in Construction & Maintenance Works Speaker : Dr. H.K. Reddy Topic :Mechanisms for Ensuring Safety in Toll Roads Speaker : Mr.Rob Mclnerney Topic: Adopting iRAP Star Rating for Global Targets Speaker: Mr.Shailesh Pathak Topic: Financing Options for Consistent and Continued Interventions
6th Webinar on the subject “Accident / Crash Data Collection & Management”
OnlineIRF India Chapter organised the 6th Webinar in the series titled “Accident / Crash Data Collection & Management” on 30thJune 2021 from 16:30 – 18:45 Hrs. At the outset,Mr. K.K. Kapila, President (Emeritus), IRF Geneva welcomed the participants at the Webinar. He set the context of the webinar and also briefed the participants about the forthcoming Webinars. Delivering his Keynote Address, Mr. Kapila introduced the Webinar. He also briefed the participants about the road safety initiatives of IRF-IC, details of which have been uploaded on the IRF-IC website. He invited participants and Corporates to generously contribute towards this road safety initiative. Videos conveying the messages of Mr. Jean Todt, United Nations Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Road Safety and President, FIA and Mr. Bill Halkias, President, IRF Geneva were played. The newly developed Road Safety Anthem was also played. Mr. Kapila thereafter welcomed and introduced the Moderator of the Webinar, Mr. PiyushTewari, Founder & CEO, SaveLIFE Foundation, and Invited him to moderate the Webinar. Mr. PiyushTewari shared his insights on road safety with the participants and welcomed and introduced the Speakers. In addition to Dr.Arun Mohan, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India (view presentation here), who was the Guest Speaker at the Webinar, the Webinar had three distinguished Speakers. 1. Dr.Rohit Baluja, President, Institute of Road Traffic Education (IRTE) (Topic: Crash Investigation and Reconstruction) 2. Prof. P.K. Sikdar, President, ICT Pvt. Ltd. (Topic : Modern Method of Accident Data Collection & Management) 3.Mr.Ravishankar Rajaraman, Technical Director, JP Research India Pvt. Ltd. (Topic: Accident/Crash Data and Casual Approach) Summing up the insights gained from the three Presentations, Mr. PiyushTewari conducted the Question & Answer session. Recording of Sixth Webinar held on subject "Accident / Crash Data Collection & Management"
7th Webinar on the subject “Intelligent Transport System (ITS) for Road Safety”
OnlineIRF India Chapter organised the 7th Webinar in the series, titled “Intelligent Transport System (ITS) for Road Safety” on 28th July 2021 from 16:30 – 18:45 Hrs. At the outset, Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, President, IRF-IC welcomed the participants at the Webinar. He set the context of the webinar and also briefed the participants about the forthcoming Webinars. Since, Mr. K.K. Kapila, President (Emeritus), IRF Geneva was unwell and unable to attend the webinar, Mr. Somenath Ghosh, Consultant, ICT read out Mr. Kapila’s Keynote Address. Videos conveying the messages of Mr. Jean Todt, United Nations Secretary General‘s Special Envoy for Road Safety and President, FIA, and Mr. Bill Halkias, President, IRF Geneva were played. The newly developed Road Safety Anthem was also played. Dr.S. Gangopadhyay thereafter welcomed and introduced the Moderator of the Webinar, Mr. Balraj Bhanot, Former Director ARAI & Chairman CMVR-TSC, and Invited him to moderate the Webinar. Mr. Balraj Bhanot shared his insights on road safety with the participants and welcomed and introduced the Speakers. In addition to Mr.Sudhendu Jyoti Sinha, Advisor, NITI Aayog, who was the Guest Speaker at the Webinar, the Webinar had five distinguished Speakers. 1. Mr.Alok Sethi, General Manager, DIMTS (Topic: Smart& Enabling ITS Technologies for Road Safety) 2. Dr.Madhusudan Joshi, Head – Electronics Division, ICAT (Topic: Smart& Enabling ITS Technologies for Road Safety) 3.Mr.Chaitanya Y. Bhatt, CEO, Surat Smart City Ltd. (Topic: ITS Applications in Smart Cities) 4. Dr.P.K. Sarkar, Former Professor, SPA (Topic: Application of ITS Technologies for Safety of Vulnerable Road Users) 5. Mr.Prakash Rosayyan, Joint Director, CDAC (Topic: Indigenously Developed ITMS Components and the Use Cases) Summing up the insights gained from the five Presentations, Mr. Balraj Bhanot conducted the Question & Answer session. An announcement was also made about the forthcoming 8th Webinar, which is proposed to be held on 27th August 2021. Recording of Seventh Webinar held on subject "Intelligent Transport System (ITS) for Road Safety"
8th Webinar on the subject “Vehicle Technologies for Road Safety”
OnlineIRF India Chapter organised the 8th Webinar in the series, titled “Vehicle Technologies for Road Safety” on 27th August 2021 from 16:30 – 18:45 Hrs. At the outset, Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, President, IRF-IC welcomed the participants at the Webinar. He set the context of the webinar and also briefed the participants about the forthcoming Webinars. Dr. S. Gangopadhyay thereafter welcomed and introduced the Moderator of the Webinar, Mr. Anil Kumar Chigulapalli, Sr. General Manager, TATA Motors and Co-Chair of SIAM, and Invited him to moderate the Webinar. He further informed that due to some pressing emergency, the Guest Speaker of the Webinar, Mr. Amit Mehta, Joint Secretary, Department of Heavy Industries, Ministry of Heavy Industries would not be able to participate. Apart from the Guest Speaker, the Webinar had three distinguished Speakers. Videos conveying the messages of Mr. Jean Todt, United Nations Secretary General‘s Special Envoy for Road Safety and President, FIA, and Mr. Bill Halkias, President, IRF Geneva were played. The newly developed Road Safety Anthem was also played. Mr. Anil Kumar Chigulapalli shared his insights on road safety with the participants and welcomed and introduced the Speakers. 1. Dr.Reji Mathai, Director, ARAI (Topic: Advancements in Vehicle Technologies and Safety Regulations in India) 2. Mr. Gaurav Gandhi, General Manager CSR, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. (Topic: Comprehensive view on Vehicular Safety) 3.Mr. Graham Williams, Managing Director, GB MOT Training Ltd. (Topic: Inspection and Certification to ensure Road Worthiness of In-use Vehicles) Summing up the insights gained from the three Presentations, Mr. Anil Kumar Chigulapalli conducted the Question & Answer session. An announcement was also made about the forthcoming 9th Webinar, which is proposed to be held on 22nd September 2021. Recording of 8th Webinar on the subject "Vehicle Technologies for Road Safety"