Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, inaugurated an international training programme on “Road Safety and Traffic Enforcement” under the aegis of the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India. The two-week programme, being held from 10th to 21st November 2025, brings together 27 officers from 18 different countries. The initiative aims to promote international collaboration, share India’s expertise in traffic management, and enhance global capacity in road safety enforcement and policy development.

The programme is being organised by the Centre of Traffic Management, functioning under the School of Internal Security and SMART Policing (SISSP), in collaboration with the International Cooperation and Relations Branch and the Directorate of Professional Development and Training of RRU. This collaboration reflects the University’s continued efforts to bridge research, policy, and practice in the domain of safety and security through both domestic and international partnerships.

The inaugural session was graced by Dr. Dharmeshkumar Prajapati, Registrar of RRU, who, in his address, emphasised that road safety is not merely a matter of regulation, but a global responsibility that connects human security, governance, and sustainable development. He highlighted India’s steady progress in adopting technology-driven enforcement, data-based road safety strategies, and community-oriented awareness campaigns, aligning with the broader national vision of innovative and safe mobility. Dr. Prajapati also drew attention to India’s active commitment to the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety (2021–2030) and its relevance to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He reaffirmed RRU’s role as a leading centre for internal security education, capacity-building, and research, contributing to global safety and security through academic exchange and institutional partnerships.

Over the course of the two-week programme, participants will engage in expert-led sessions, interactive discussions, and field visits focusing on innovative road safety management, enforcement mechanisms, and community engagement models. Delegates will visit key traffic management facilities, including the Gujarat Road Safety Authority, Integrated Command and Control Centres, and model road safety projects across Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad, allowing them to experience India’s advancements in intelligent traffic management and policy implementation first-hand.

Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) is India’s pioneering institution for education, research, and training in the fields of national security, internal security, and law enforcement. Established by an Act of Parliament under the Ministry of Home Affairs, RRU is committed to strengthening India’s internal security architecture through world-class education, research, and capacity-building initiatives.

The School of Internal Security and SMART Policing (SISSP) embodies the principles of Strict and Sensitive, Modern and Mobile, Alert and Accountable, Reliable and Responsive, and Techno-savvy and Trained (SMART) policing. Through its academic and training programmes, the school prepares law enforcement leaders to meet the challenges of modern policing and public safety in an increasingly interconnected world.

The Centre of Traffic Management at Rashtriya Raksha University serves as a dedicated hub for research, training, and policy advocacy in the areas of road safety, traffic regulation, and innovative mobility systems. The Centre aims to enhance national and global capacity through applied research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advanced training in traffic law enforcement. This initiative underscores RRU’s vision of making meaningful contributions to public safety, responsible mobility, and international understanding.

This international training programme on “Road Safety and Traffic Enforcement” reiterates RRU’s position as a hub for global academic cooperation and its commitment to advancing the frontiers of security, safety, and governance through education, research, and strategic engagement.

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