Bishnupur: A one-day free health check-up camp for public transport drivers was held Wednesday at the District Hospital Bishnupur as part of the 36th National Road Safety Month, 2025.
The initiative, aimed at promoting the good health and well-being of public transport drivers, was organized jointly by the District Transport Office, Bishnupur, and the Chief Medical Office, Bishnupur.
The health camp primarily focused on eye and ENT (ear, nose, and throat) screenings, which are crucial for the safety of drivers on the road. Approximately 50 public transport drivers from the district participated in the health camp, which was attended by six experienced doctors who provided comprehensive health check-ups.
Speaking about the health camp, District Transport Officer, Khumujam Jimmy Singh emphasized the importance of addressing health concerns for public transport drivers, particularly related to vision and hearing, as these are vital for road safety.
Apart from the health check-up camp, the District Transport Office has also been actively observing Road Safety Month, with various awareness activities. These include routine checks for traffic rule violations and public awareness campaigns at key locations across the district including Nambol, Bishnupur, Ningthoukhong, Moirang, and Kumbi.
Earlier, the District Transport Office also organized a painting and quiz competition at the Panchayat Resource Centre, Mini Secretariat Complex, Bishnupur in collaboration with the ZEO Office Bishnupur. The competition was aimed at spreading awareness about road safety to the students. The winners were felicitated by the Deputy Commissioner during the Republic Day celebrations.
The District Transport Office, Bishnupur, is committed to ensuring road safety and compliance with traffic regulations across the district. Through various initiatives and awareness campaigns, the office aims to reduce road accidents and promote safe driving practices, he added.
