Leh, Jan 21: Embarking on a crucial mission to enhance road safety, Traffic Wing of Ladakh Police, in collaboration with RTO Leh, Jammu Kashmir Bank, and United Insurance, orchestrated an impactful awareness session for Biker’s Association Leh today.Marking the initiation of Central Government’s Road Safety Awareness Month (January 15th to February 14th), the session delved into various road safety measures and central government schemes.
During the event, Mr. Toldan, Senior Manager from Jammu Kashmir Bank, and Rinchen, a representative from United India Insurance, highlighted various central government initiatives and schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana: Pay just ₹436 premium and avail a Life Insurance Cover of ₹2,00,000 for your family.
Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana: A Zero-Balance Basic Saving deposit Account with a free inbuilt accident Insurance Cover of ₹2,00,000. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana: Pay just ₹20 premium and avail an Accidental Insurance Cover of ₹2,00,000 for Death/Permanent Disability and ₹1,00,000 for permanent partial disability. Atal Pension Yojana: Avail a monthly Lifetime Pension ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 from the age of 60 with nominal contributions.
These schemes, characterized by minimal premiums, aim to mitigate financial burdens resulting from road accidents. In a remarkable outcome, 43 biker association members registered for these insurance schemes during the drive.
Mujeeb ur Rehman, Superintendent of Police, Traffic, UT-Ladakh, and Baqir, DYSP Traffic, Leh, shared crucial information on road safety measures to reduce accidents and fatalities. Mohd. Anzar, ARTO Leh, contributed to the session by discussing mandatory vehicle documents and the correct procedures to obtain them.
The collaborative effort of Traffic Police Ladakh, RTO Leh, Jammu Kashmir Bank, and United Insurance underscores their commitment to promoting road safety awareness within the community.
