New Delhi: Reinforcing the urgent need for a unified and citizen-driven approach to road safety in India, Mr. Vinkesh Gulati has joined as a Founding Member of the Bharat Association of Road Safety Volunteers (BARS) and will serve as Vice Chairperson and President – Corporate Affairs. He is currently serving as Chairperson of the Automotive Skills Development Council.
Announcing his association with BARS, Mr. Gulati emphasized that road safety is not merely a policy discussion but a national responsibility that demands collective action, accountability, and sustained collaboration. He described the initiative as a people’s movement aimed at bringing together diverse stakeholders under one unified platform to reduce fragmentation and accelerate meaningful impact on road safety outcomes.
The Bharat Association of Road Safety Volunteers (BARS) has been envisioned as a collaborative forum that connects volunteers, industry leaders, policymakers, civil society organizations, and community stakeholders who are working tirelessly to save lives on India’s roads. By fostering transparency, collaboration, and accountability, BARS seeks to strengthen coordination among all road safety partners and create a structured approach to awareness, advocacy, and action.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Gulati expressed his gratitude to the founders and mentors of BARS for their trust and for providing him the opportunity to contribute to what he termed a “transformative journey.” He reiterated that improving road safety requires long-term commitment, strong governance mechanisms, and active public participation. “Road safety in India must evolve into a mass movement. It is not just about enforcement or infrastructure—it is about shared responsibility. Through BARS, we aim to build a transparent and collaborative ecosystem that delivers measurable outcomes and ensures accountability at every level,” he said.
With India facing significant challenges related to road accidents and fatalities, initiatives like BARS are expected to play a critical role in aligning efforts across sectors and driving sustained behavioral change.
BARS stands on three core pillars – Transparency, Collaboration, and Accountability – serving as guiding principles for its mission to make Indian roads safer for every citizen.
Echoing the spirit of collective commitment, Mr. Gulati concluded with a strong message: “Together we can. Together we will.”