Context:
The Institute of Driving Training and Research (IDTR) is being set up in Kanpur to enhance road safety and provide modern training to commercial drivers in the state.
- Land Requirement: Transport Commissioner Brajesh Narayan Singh has instructed District Magistrates (DMs) of nine districts, including Kanpur, to allocate a minimum of 10-15 acres of land for setting up the IDTR.
- Objective: The IDTR aims to institutionalize road safety in the state by offering advanced training to commercial drivers, which is expected to improve driving standards and reduce accidents.
- Focus on Modern Training: The training will focus on modern driving techniques to ensure better road safety and prepare drivers for contemporary road challenges.