The initiative under ‘Sadak Sahayak: Surakshit Marg, Surakshit Jiwan’ will boost road safety, community support, and emergency response in Chandigarh.
Chandigarh: Honda India Foundation (HIF), the CSR arm of Honda group companies in India, has handed over 50 customized Quick Response Team (QRT) vehicles to the Chandigarh Police under the ‘Sadak Sahayak: Surakshit Marg, Surakshit Jiwan’ project. The initiative supports road safety, community welfare, and faster emergency response across the region.
The move aligns with Honda’s global vision of a collision-free society by 2050. Through this initiative, HIF continues to promote safer mobility and strengthen local safety systems. Each QRT vehicle is a specially equipped Honda CB350, modified to meet the needs of quick and efficient police response.
Moreover, these vehicles are fitted with revolving flashers, blinkers, sirens, public announcement systems, and side storage boxes. Two Honda safety helmets are also included with each unit. The enhancements are designed to help police teams reach incident sites quickly, especially in high-traffic or sensitive areas.
The handover ceremony took place in the presence of Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh, Sh. H. Rajesh Prasad, IAS, Chief Secretary, Dr. Sagar Preet Hooda, IPS, Director General of Police, and senior Honda officials including Sh. Rajeev Taneja and Sh. Prabhu Nagaraj.
In addition, HIF aims to distribute 300 QRT vehicles nationwide by the end of this year across Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. Earlier, 50 vehicles were already handed over to the Gujarat Police to strengthen similar road safety initiatives.
The collaboration between HIF and law enforcement showcases a public-private partnership committed to improving safety infrastructure. It also reflects Honda India Foundation’s dedication to community development and sustainable mobility.
Therefore, this project is not just about providing vehicles; it is about saving lives, reducing injuries, and ensuring safer journeys for citizens. With the support of such collaborations, Chandigarh moves closer to becoming a model city for road safety and responsible driving.
