Chandigarh: The Punjab state transport commissioner organized a special training camp for around 200 transport department drivers deployed with the chief minister, cabinet ministers, and other VIPs. An official spokesperson said the training camp was held at the Sector 17 head office of the department to upgrade traditional driving habits into scientifically backed, defensive road safety skills.
Program Theme and Objectives
With the theme, ‘From Skill-Based Driving to Scientific Knowledge and From Confidence to Alertness & Efficiency', the programme focused on preparing drivers for high-pressure and emergency situations. The curriculum emphasized defensive driving to transition mindsets toward proactive risk management, quick identification of road hazards, and immediate emergency response protocols. Additionally, specialized sessions targeted driver psychology and behavioral adjustments to significantly reduce accidents caused by human error.
Official Statement
State transport commissioner Parneet Shergill said, "This training is a significant step toward making our drivers not just technically sound, but also mentally alert and capable of handling unexpected field situations."
Expert Sessions
The programme featured expert sessions by Harpreet Singh from the NGO ‘Zero Accident'. The training aimed to enhance the skills of drivers responsible for the safety of high-profile individuals.
