Students participate in the Road Safety Quiz Competition organised at Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Yamunanagar.
Competition promotes awareness of traffic rules, road signs and safe travel among students from different classes
PEN OF DEMOCRACY NEWS DESK YAMUNANAGAR
Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Yamunanagar, organised a Road Safety Quiz Competition to create awareness among students about traffic regulations, road safety measures and responsible behaviour while travelling. As many as 540 students from different classes participated enthusiastically in the competition, making it a significant student-focused initiative aimed at promoting awareness about road safety.
The competition was organised under the coordination of Dr Vinay Chandel, Head of the Hindi Department. Through the quiz, students were introduced to important aspects of road safety, including traffic rules, road signs and precautions that can help make journeys safer.
The initiative sought to take road safety awareness beyond theoretical knowledge and encourage students to understand their responsibilities as road users. Students, whether travelling as pedestrians, cyclists, two-wheeler riders, car passengers or future drivers, can play an important role in promoting a culture of responsible road behaviour.
With 540 participants taking part, the competition provided a broad platform for students from different academic streams and classes to engage with the subject. The quiz format also made the awareness programme interactive and encouraged students to test their understanding of traffic rules and road safety practices.
Road safety has become an important public concern, and educational institutions have an important role in developing responsible habits among young people. Awareness about traffic signs, road regulations and safe travelling practices at an early stage can help students become more responsible citizens and encourage them to share safety messages with their families and communities.
The competition also focused on familiarising students with road safety signs. Understanding signs and following traffic instructions are essential components of safe travel. Through the quiz, students were encouraged to pay greater attention to the rules that govern road use and the precautions required to protect themselves and others.
The results of the competition reflected the strong performance of students from different courses. In the final year of the Master of Social Work programme, Nikita, Priyanka and Sunakshi secured the first position.
The second position was secured by Harsh, Divya and Sonam from the fifth semester of B.Sc. (LS.). The third position went to Vansh, Nikhil and Manoj from the first semester of B.Com.
The winning teams were congratulated for their performance and understanding of the subject. Their achievement also demonstrated the importance of combining academic participation with awareness of issues that have a direct impact on everyday life.
College Chairman Sardar Randeep Singh Johar described competitions of this nature as highly important for the overall development of students and for strengthening social awareness. He congratulated the winning students and extended his best wishes for their future.
Johar emphasised the broader value of such initiatives in helping students develop knowledge beyond their regular academic curriculum. Activities focused on public awareness can encourage young people to become more conscious of their responsibilities towards society.
College Principal Dr Arvinder Singh Bhalla congratulated Hindi Department Head Dr Vinay Chandel on the successful organisation of the competition. He said road safety is an important requirement in present-day society and that students should not only follow traffic rules themselves but also encourage others to understand and observe them.
Dr Bhalla’s message underlined the importance of students acting as responsible road users and awareness ambassadors within their families and communities. Young people can contribute to safer roads by following speed limits, respecting traffic signals, using safety equipment and encouraging others to adopt responsible travelling practices.
The college’s road safety initiative also provided an opportunity to link classroom learning with practical social responsibility. Students were able to engage with a subject that directly affects everyday mobility and public safety.
The participation of students from multiple academic programmes added diversity to the event. It also demonstrated that road safety awareness is relevant across disciplines and is not limited to students pursuing any particular field of study.
The enthusiastic participation of the students was appreciated by the organisers. Their involvement helped make the quiz an engaging awareness activity rather than a routine academic exercise. The competition encouraged students to learn about traffic regulations while participating in a healthy academic contest.
At the conclusion of the programme, the winning students were congratulated for their excellent performance. The organisers also appreciated all participants for their enthusiastic cooperation and active involvement in the competition.
The event highlighted the importance of continuous awareness about responsible road use. While enforcement of traffic laws is essential, long-term improvement in road safety also depends on public awareness and individual responsibility. Educational institutions can contribute significantly by encouraging students to understand these responsibilities and promote safe practices.
The Road Safety Quiz Competition at Guru Nanak Khalsa College therefore served a dual purpose: it tested students’ knowledge while also reinforcing an important social message. By involving 540 students, the college created a substantial platform for discussing traffic rules, road signs and safe travel.
The initiative also reflected the institution’s emphasis on holistic student development. Alongside academic education, awareness programmes can help students develop a stronger sense of civic responsibility and encourage them to contribute positively to society.
The college administration appreciated the efforts of the Hindi Department and all students who participated in the programme. The successful conduct of the competition was seen as an important step towards strengthening road safety awareness among the younger generation.
The programme concluded with congratulations to the winners and appreciation for all participants. The organisers expressed the hope that the knowledge gained through the competition would translate into responsible behaviour on the roads and that students would also encourage others to follow traffic regulations.
The event at Guru Nanak Khalsa College thus delivered a clear message: road safety is a shared responsibility. By following traffic rules, understanding road signs and promoting safe travel practices, students can contribute to creating a safer environment for themselves and the wider community.
