Dibrugarh: In a push to reduce fatal road accidents and protect lives, the Majuli district administration on Friday launched a massive road safety awareness drive across all petrol pumps in the riverine district, enforcing a strict “No Helmet, No Petrol” rule that denies fuel to two-wheeler riders arriving without helmets.Under the drive, banners bearing the “No Helmet, No Petrol” message were displayed at all petrol depots and strategic locations across the district. Petrol pump operators have been directed to comply with the rule and refuse fuel to any two-wheeler rider not wearing a helmet at the time of purchase. The initiative covers both the rider and the pillion passenger, underscoring the administration’s commitment to ensuring complete safety for all occupants of two-wheelers.District commissioner Shrishti Singh, who spearheaded the initiative, said the drive was aimed at instilling a culture of road safety among residents rather than merely imposing rules. “The district administration remains committed to ensuring the safety of both two-wheeler riders and pillion passengers. Road accidents claim precious lives every year, and a large number of fatalities can be prevented simply by wearing a helmet. Stay safe and keep your family safe. Always wear a helmet and follow road safety rules,” Singh said.The “No Helmet, No Petrol” policy has emerged as one of the most effective grassroots-level road safety interventions in recent years, as it directly links access to fuel with compliance with helmet norms. By targeting petrol pumps, which serve as mandatory stops for every motorised two-wheeler, the administration ensures that the rule reaches virtually every rider in the district without requiring large-scale enforcement on roads.Majuli, being a riverine island district with a unique geographical character and a significant volume of two-wheeler traffic, has been particularly vulnerable to road accidents. The absence of helmet use among a large section of riders has been identified as a major factor contributing to the severity of injuries in road crashes.The awareness drive on Friday saw active participation from district administration officials, who visited petrol pumps across Majuli to monitor compliance and interact with riders and pump operators. The display of banners at prominent locations is intended to reinforce the message beyond petrol pumps and create broader public awareness about helmet use.
