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News18 and Tata Motors Announce 23 October as National Saarthi Diwas
- •News18 Network and Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles announced 23 October as National Saarthi Diwas during the Desh Ke Super Saarthi conclave in New Delhi.
- •The initiative aims to honour truck drivers, focus on their safety, health, and dignity, and recognize their crucial role in India's supply chain.
- •Minister of State Ajay Tamta attended as Chief Guest, emphasizing the need for adequate rest, medical facilities, and better working conditions for drivers.
- •The conclave featured key panel discussions with industry leaders and stakeholders on balancing operational efficiency with driver welfare.
- •Actor Randeep Hooda participated in a fireside chat discussing how films can help bring greater visibility and dignity to the lives of truck drivers.
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National Saarthi Diwas is observed on 23 October, as announced by News18 Network and Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles during a Delhi conclave held under their 'Desh Ke Super Saarthi' campaign. The initiative honors truck drivers and focuses on their safety, health, and dignity.
Ajay Tamta, the Hon'ble Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, attended the Delhi conclave as the Chief Guest. During his remarks, he emphasized the need for drivers to have adequate rest, proper medical facilities, and greater recognition.
The conclave featured two major panel discussions examining safer working conditions, driver welfare, inclusion, and how operational efficiency can go hand in hand with empathy and business growth. Additionally, actor and producer Randeep Hooda joined a fireside chat discussing how the lives and roles of truck drivers can be explored through films.
