Rathinam College of Arts & Science has been honoured with a Jury Mention in Excellence in Education (Awareness) at the 7th Edition of the FICCI Road Safety Awards & Symposium 2025, held on 4th September in New Delhi.
It was organised by FICCI, with CRISIL as the Knowledge Partner, these awards celebrate those making innovative and consistent contributions toward promoting road safety across India.
The recognition specifically commends Rathinam College’s “Safe Ride 360° – Youth movement for road safety,” which aimed to spread awareness, foster responsibility, and inspire a fundamental shift in public behaviour regarding road safety.
By actively engaging students and the community, the initiative cultivated a culture of safety through interactive workshops, outreach campaigns, and educational activities.
The FICCI Road Safety Awards serve as a national platform to showcase impactful projects and encourage the adoption of best practices, motivating institutions to advocate for change.
The Excellence in Education (Awareness) category highlights endeavours that empower communities, targeting attitude and behaviour transformation through information and engagement.
Rathinam College’s success testifies to the effectiveness of youth-led movements in driving safer road habits and underscores their commitment to a safer future.
The awards ceremony assembled leading personalities, experts, and policymakers dedicated to India’s “Vision Zero: Life First, Always,” recognising efforts across engineering, enforcement, emergency care, and institutional frameworks.
The college extends its profound gratitude to FICCI, the distinguished jury, and all collaborators for this recognition. “Such honours not only validate the hard work and vision behind initiatives but also encourage continued commitment to saving lives and building a responsible citizenry, the college said.
Rathinam College calls on all educational institutions to join hands in creating awareness and fostering road safety, thereby shaping a culture of vigilance and mutual care on the roads. This accolade is a proud milestone in the journey towards making Indian roads safer, and the college pledges to advance its mission relentlessly.
