Region 2 Road Safety Association elects new executive body

The Region Two Road Safety Association has successfully hosted its Annual General Elections on Wednesday in the Boardroom of the Region Two Commander’s Office at Anna Regina, Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam).

Conducted under the supervision of Ramona Durga, Coordinator of the National Road Safety Association, the elections saw the selection of a dynamic team of individuals drawn from key sectors, reflecting a multi-agency approach to road safety, entrusted with promoting safer roads across the region.
The newly elected executive body comprises Chairwoman Verina Rasheed from the education sector, supported by Co-Chairman Sergeant Vijai Manadeo from the Traffic Department and Vice Chairman Danraj Singh of the Essequibo Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ECCI).
The administrative roles are occupied by: Koreshma Jaigobin of the tourism sector as Secretary; Ms. Colleen Prince of the Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) as Treasurer; Evette Tafares, representing the Regional Democratic Council (RDC), as Assistant Secretary-Treasurer; Junior Pitt of the entertainment industry as PRO, and Deoshankar Ravi D Mohan from the insurance sector as Assistant PRO.
Chandrashekar Sharma, who operates within the Ministry of Human Services, and Travis Bowen, representing the Guyana Fire Service, are also included in the executive team.
Chatham Harripersaud brings the support of the Anna Regina Town Council, while Lajendra Rambarran represents the Guyana Rice Development Board. The Ministry of Labour is represented by Ravi Persaud, and Mohamed Nazmul serves on behalf of the Mini and Hire Car Association.
Saywack Persaud joins the body as Superintendent of Works, and Dr. Sheneer Reid will represent the Ministry of Health.
Delivering the feature address, Chairman of the National Road Safety Association, Earl Lambert, highlighted the critical role of the regional body in championing awareness, education, and advocacy. He outlined the broader goals of the national association while encouraging the new executive to remain committed to the mandate of fostering safer road usage practices in Region Two.
Meanwhile, newly elected Co-Chairman, Sgt. Manadeo, extended congratulations to the team and pledged the unwavering support of the Region Two Traffic Department. He emphasized that road safety remains a shared responsibility, and assured close collaboration between the police and the association.
Deputy Commander Duncan also addressed the gathering, welcoming the new team and wishing them success as they embark on this vital journey.
The Association has already outlined a series of public awareness initiatives, including educational campaigns in schools, radio and television programs, the installation of new road signage, and outreach sessions for insured accident victims at healthcare facilities.
These efforts are part of a wider commitment to reduce accidents and cultivate a culture of safety across Region Two.