Road Safety Conclave 2026: Igniting a Nationwide Movement

In a significant step towards strengthening India’s road safety ecosystem and fostering a culture of responsible mobility among the youth, the Road Safety Conclave 2026 was successfully held at Vivekanand School, Anand Vihar, Delhi. Organised under the aegis of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, the conclave brought together policymakers, educators, students, and civil society with the objective of translating awareness into sustained, meaningful action.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from nearly 4,000 students from Classes 3 to 12 and over 500 teachers from around 100 schools, reflecting a strong grassroots commitment to road safety. The conclave was graced by Shri Harsh Malhotra ji, Minister of State for Road Transport & Highways and Corporate Affairs, as the Chief Guest—underscoring the government’s continued focus on building safer, smarter, and more resilient road networks. MLA Shri Om Prakash Sharma ji and local councillors Monika Pant ji, Ramesh Garg ji, and Pankaj Luthra ji also graced the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Harsh Malhotra emphasised that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji and the guidance of Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari ji, highway development has accelerated significantly, with a strong emphasis on integrating safety features alongside infrastructure expansion. The nation has made significant strides in developing safe, smart, and sustainable road infrastructure.

The Road Safety Conclave also reinforced the importance of collective responsibility by bringing together government agencies, educational institutions, and citizens. Key objectives include promoting behavioural change, establishing school-level Road Safety Clubs, implementing Gate Safety Patrol systems, and generating data-driven insights for scalable interventions.(UPDATED ON 21ST MARCH 2026)