JK News Today
Kathua, January 7, 2026: As part of Road Safety Month initiatives, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) today organised a Health Check-up and Blood Donation Camp at Kathua. The camp witnessed an encouraging response, with health screening conducted for around 150 NHAI staff and drivers, and 25 units of blood voluntarily donated.
The event was presided over by the Sh. RS Yadav, Regional Officer (RO), NHAI, Jammu. Senior officials and representatives from the district administration, Construction Company MEIL, FP Consultancy and health/transport departments participated, including ARTO Kathua, Medical Officers, Motor Vehicle Inspector, and other officials/staff from the District Administration Kathua and GMC Kathua.
A Road Safety Awareness Session was also held on the occasion, wherein the RO, NHAI, Jammu and ARTO Kathua delivered keynote addresses, highlighting the importance of safe driving practices, fitness of drivers, and coordinated efforts to reduce road accidents.
On the occasion, a Road Safety Pledge was also administered and taken by around 200 participants, reaffirming their commitment to responsible road user behaviour and adherence to traffic rules.
NHAI reiterated its commitment to road safety through sustained awareness, stakeholder coordination, and community-oriented initiatives, and expressed gratitude to GMC Kathua, district officials, and all participants for their cooperation and voluntary contribution to this public welfare initiative.
