Castrol India is expanding its ‘Sarathi Mitra’ initiative by launching mobile classrooms for truck drivers across 46 cities in Uttar Pradesh. A specially designed truck will deliver essential knowledge and training, focusing on safety, financial planning, health, and digital literacy. The program aims to empower the trucking community and promote safer roads.
‘Highways as Classroom’ Initiative
Castrol India Limited is launching ‘Highways as Classroom’ under its Sarathi Mitra initiative to support truckers in Uttar Pradesh. The program aims to reach 46 cities, delivering on-site training and educational opportunities directly to the trucking community.
Focus on Key Areas
The mobile classrooms will focus on imparting knowledge and skills in several crucial areas:
- Safety: Promoting safer driving habits to reduce road accidents.
- Financial Planning: Helping truckers manage their earnings and secure their families’ futures.
- Health & Wellness: Addressing physical and mental health concerns.
- Digital Literacy: Providing essential digital skills to enhance their livelihoods.
Digital Sarathi Mitra Platform
The program is complemented by the Digital Sarathi Mitra platform, offering anytime, anywhere access to knowledge, training modules, and essential information.
Castrol’s Commitment
Kedar Lele, Managing Director, Castrol India Ltd, stated that the initiative aims to support the holistic development of truck drivers, helping them drive safe and live safe. Castrol reaffirms its commitment to driving beyond lubricants and investing in human capital, with the goal of enabling safer roads and stronger families.
Sarathi Mitra Impact
Since its launch in 2017, the Sarathi Mitra initiative has already empowered and trained over 2.5 lakh truckers across India, equipping them with vital life skills. This expansion reinforces Castrol’s dedication to fostering a safer and more competent trucking ecosystem.
Source: BSE