The Governor of Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan stated that rather than proving who is right on the road, returning home alive is what matters most for everyone.
An online awareness discussion on preventing road accidents was jointly organized by the Northern Province Road Passenger Transport Authority and the Mannar District Center of the Institution of Engineers of Sri Lanka on 19.10.2026. 2026.
Speaking at the event, the Governor emphasized the necessity of speed control, wearing helmets and seat belts, avoiding mobile phone use, refraining from drunk driving, and giving way to pedestrians. He mentioned that youth and students must practice road safety as a daily discipline, adding that it is a collective responsibility of all parties, not just drivers.
M. Patrick Diranjan, Secretary to the Ministry of Education/ Northern Province, delivered a special address at the event. Transport Engineer T. Sivakumar participated as the resource person. The event was organized with the aim of creating awareness among teachers, students, parents, and others.
