Nakhon Nayok: The Nakhon Nayok Provincial Transport Office collaborated with the private sector to organize a training course to enhance safe motorcycle riding skills for students and vocational students under the project 'New Generation Students Wear Helmets' at Nakhon Nayok Technical College.
According to Thai News Agency, the initiative, held on June 25, 2025, at Nakhon Nayok Technical College, was a joint effort between the Nakhon Nayok Provincial Transport Office and Mitr Yont Intergroup Co., Ltd. The project aims to instill awareness of helmet use and improve safe motorcycle riding skills among students. Mr. Chanon Wasiksiri, Governor of Nakhon Nayok Province, presided over the opening ceremony, joined by Ms. Yaowamas Thiawthong, Transport Officer of Nakhon Nayok Province, and other government officials.
Mr. Wasiksiri highlighted that the project was initiated in response to the high incidence of road accidents involving motorcycles, which often result in significant loss of life and property. The Department of Land Transport and the Nakhon Nayok Provincial Transport Office recognized the need to enhance knowledge of traffic laws, driving etiquette, and accident prevention. The project also aims to develop the riding potential of motorcyclists, thereby reducing road accidents.
The 'New Generation Students Wear Helmets' project exemplifies collaboration between government and private sectors to promote motorcycle safety and prevent accidents among high school and vocational students. By partnering with Mitr Yont Intergroup Co., Ltd., the initiative provided training on road safety, proper riding techniques, and adherence to traffic laws. A significant focus was placed on cultivating a habit of helmet use among young riders. Additionally, Mitr Yont Intergroup Co., Ltd. contributed 200 helmets to the participating students as part of the training program.