Road Safety App 'Sanjay' Launched | 16 Oct 2025

Why in News? 

CM Mohan Yadav, addressing the “Data-driven Hyperlocal Interventions (DDHI)” workshop, stressed that no urgency justifies violating road safety rules and urged citizens to make safety “a habit, not an exception.”  

• During the event, he also inaugurated the ‘Sanjay’ App to enhance road safety management, with the workshop focusing on data-driven solutions for localised interventions to prevent road accidents. 

Key Points 

• Road Safety App: The advanced road safety app called 'Sanjay' is designed to modernise road safety management by providing real-time traffic updates, monitoring road conditions, and alerting users about accident-prone areas.  
  • It also allows officials to track and analyse traffic data to make informed decisions and improve overall road safety strategies. 
• Publications: On the occasion, the Chief Minister also released a book titled “Road Safety Education System” and a report on “Road Safety”, prepared by IIT Madras, further demonstrating the state’s commitment to improving road safety through education and data-driven interventions. 
• Theme: The Chief Minister stressed that the theme of the workshop, "Every turn safe", should be ingrained as a culture across Madhya Pradesh. 
• Collaborations: Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Rakesh Singh also signed two separate Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) during the workshop: 
  • MoU with IIT Madras: The collaboration focuses on developing data-driven strategies to address road safety challenges effectively. 
  • MoU with Save Life Foundation: This partnership aims to promote community engagement and awareness initiatives on road safety.