Har Ek Drive Zaroori Hoti Hai – CarInfo’s Festive Road Safety Initiative

Because every journey counts, every drive tells a story.

Do you know what festivals mean in India? For some, it’s the first smell of fresh gujiyas frying in the kitchen. For others, it’s cousins landing up unannounced with bags full of sweets. And for almost everyone, it’s the madness on the roads.

The minute Diwali, Dusshera or Eid is around the corner, the traffic outside feels different. Shops spill onto the streets, bikers try to sneak through impossible gaps, and cars honk like it’s a competition. Yet, in that chaos, every single person is driving somewhere important. To pick up sweets, to meet friends, to finally head home.

“This festive season, CarInfo’s initiative, “Har Ek Drive Zaroori Hoti Hai,” reminds you that whether it’s a 2-minute ride to the nearby mithai shop or a 12-hour drive back to your hometown, the journey matters.”

More Than Just Roads, It’s Stories

Festive drives have their own charm as a kid, sitting in the backseat, watching streetlights race by while Dad drove us to Nani’s house. The car smelled of flowers we picked up on the way, and Mom kept telling us to sit still while we were bouncing with excitement. Maybe you’ve had your stories too, late-night dashes to railway stations, cramming bags into the boot for that one big trip, or decorating the family car with lights for a wedding. These drives stay with us.

And here’s the point: if the drive is so memorable, shouldn’t it also be safe?

Why “Har Ek Drive Zaroori Hoti Hai” Matters

Consider the following scenarios:

• A mother sitting at home waiting for her son to drive in from another city.
• A group of friends getting in the car for Diwali shopping.
• A grandfather being driven to the temple before sunrise for puja.

Each of these drives is more than just a ride. It’s a connection. A tradition. A new memory.

And in all the excitement of the holidays, we often forget a simple rule of the road: responsibility.

That’s what this campaign is meant to do; to celebrate the excitement of festive drives with the responsibilities of road safety, awareness, and peace of mind.

The Festive Rush is Real

Let’s be honest. Festivals and chaos go hand in hand. You step out, and the roads feel like everyone has the same idea; let’s shop now.

• Autorickshaws stop wherever they like.
• Bikes carry three people (and sometimes even four).
• Shoppers suddenly cross with both hands full of packets.
• Horns, lights, crackers… it’s all happening at once.

And in the middle of this rush, we sometimes forget the basics. A helmet seems unnecessary for a short distance. Seatbelts feel like “too much effort.” Someone speeds up because they’re getting late for their evening puja. That’s where the danger creeps in.

What Really Is the Best Gift?

We go crazy buying gifts during festivals: new clothes, gadgets and sweets. But truth be told, the safest arrival is the biggest gift you can give your family. Imagine walking through the door, greeted with a smile instead of a worried phone call asking why you’re late.

So here’s a small checklist, nothing heavy, just practical stuff we often don’t take into consideration.

• Before leaving, check fuel, tyres, and yes, your papers. Don’t let a pending challan that you missed or expired insurance or a pollution certificate ruin your mood mid-journey.
• On the road, don’t rush. Those five minutes saved are not worth the risk.

• If you’re celebrating with a drink: Please, don’t drive. Call a friend or book a cab.
• When changing the lanes, use Indicators. Basic, yet ignored. Keep others informed.
• With family in the car: Buckle up everyone, even at the back.

Simple, right? Yet these tiny habits can literally change the final results.

Nostalgia on Wheels: Why Drives Feel Special During Festivals

Ask anyone about their favorite festive memory and watch how often a drive pops up. The road trip back home. That crowded family car full of cousins. Getting stuck in traffic but laughing till your cheeks hurt. We don’t remember the smooth rides as much as the memorable ones, and that doesn’t mean the risky one. It means safe enough for fun to happen.

Driving Is Not Always Just About “Me” But “Everyone”:

Here’s something we forget: driving is a shared space. Your one decision on the road affects strangers you’ll never meet again.

• If you jump a signal, it’s not just you, it’s also the lives of people crossing from the other side.
• If you block a lane, an ambulance might get stuck.
• If you’re reckless, someone else’s festival may never feel the same again. It might be you as well.

That’s heavy, but that’s why the idea of “Har Ek Drive Zaroori Hoti Hai” matters. It’s not just your drive. It’s part of a bigger story happening on the roads around you.

Don’t Let Small Mistakes Spoil Big Celebrations Like the one coming this Diwali.
Because, #HarEKDriveZarooriHotiHai

Road Safety: The Real Festive Gift

Amidst the rush to shop during festivals, we often overlook the finest gift we can give our loved ones: arriving safely.

Here are a few different but effective tips to help ensure safe driving during every holiday trip:

1. Have a plan before driving.

• Verify that your car insurance, challans, and pollution certificate are in order.
• Be sure to fill up before heading straight out onto the highway.
• Have emergency numbers handy.

2. Drive methodically.

• Don’t celebrate and drive; hold off drinking.
• Obey traffic signals until cars are visible.
• Signal your intentions; it’s only a little thing, but it could save lives. Use Indicators!

3. Be Technology-ready.

• Use navigation apps to re-route if traffic is backed up.
• Check road conditions before you leave.
• Pay challan or renew your insurance online not to avoid anything, but to avoid your car being stopped for something.

4. Make passengers feel important.

• Make sure everyone in the car uses seatbelts.
• Keep children in the backseat.
• Drive at a pace that makes everyone feel comfortable, not just yourself.

Because at the end of the day, your loved ones actually care less about what time you got there and more about that you got there safely.

Don’t Let Small Negligence Ruin Big Moments

Imagine you’re driving home, gifts piled up in the backseat, playlists ready. Suddenly, traffic police stop you. An unpaid challan or worse expired insurance. Mood gone.

The point? These things are avoidable. Sorting out papers, keeping everything updated, and clearing dues, these aren’t boring chores. They’re ways of making sure nothing ruins your moment. Because honestly, no one wants their Diwali story to be about standing by the roadside arguing with an officer.

A Personal Reminder

Last year, I remember heading out to deliver sweets to a friend. It was barely a 15-minute drive. I thought, “Seatbelt? Arrey yaar, chhodo.” Halfway, a reckless driver got across me suddenly, and braked hard with all my leg’s strength. My chest hit the steering before I could even react. Nothing major happened, thankfully. But it shook me.

That’s when it hit me; no drive is “too short” for negligence. Every drive is important.

Let’s Carry Joy, Not Regret

Every Drive Tells a Story; Make Yours a Safe One

Festivals are for laughter, togetherness, and warmth. Roads are how we reach there. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a five-minute errand or a cross-state road trip, the drive matters because of what’s waiting at the other end.

So this season, let’s remind ourselves and others:

• Drive steady, not speedy.

• Double-check the small things: fuel, tyres, papers.

• Keep celebrations and driving separate.

• And above all, remember that Har ek Drive Zaroori Hoti Hai.

Because when you arrive safe, you don’t just reach home, you bring happiness along with you.

In conclusion, Har Ek Drive Zaroori Hoti Hai!

This festive season, let’s not just celebrate, but celebrate with safety of all

Festivals are all about coming together, and a road is often what brings us together. Every drive you make whether it’s short or long matters because it brings love, hope, and connection.

So, this festive season, let’s celebrate responsibly:

• Drive safe.
• Be aware.
• Stay updated with your documents.
• And remember that every drive is zaroori.

When you drive responsibly, you don’t just get to the destination; you bring joy, safety, and peace of mind for everyone waiting for you.

Kyuki, Har Ek Drive Zaroori Hoti Hai !