Chennai, January 12, 2024: Refex Group celebrated the ‘Road Safety Drive’ stressing the need to
follow all traffic rules and drive safely. While the nation is celebrating ‘Road Safety Month’ in
January, Refex kick started a two-day event from Jan 11 at Bazullah Road junction where students
from Ramakrishna school also participated. The citizens of tomorrow must be aware of the
importance of following traffic rules. On Jan 12, employees of Refex gathered at the Sterling Road
junction holding placards on road safety. The group also plans to organize a painting contest for
school children next week with a Traffic police officer to address on road safety.
According to an annual report by the ministry of road transport and highways on road accidents in
2022, shows a 9.4% increase in fatalities due to road accidents in 2022 with 1.68 lakh people losing
their lives last year while the total number of accidents went up by 11.9%. Refex Group, cares about
well-being of individuals, communities, and society as a whole and feels responsible to safeguard
lives by creating the necessary awareness.
At Refex, health and safety have always been at the forefront of our priorities as a responsible
organization, recognizing the paramount well-being of our employees, partners, and the
communities we operate in. Road safety is a critical component of this commitment, given the
significant role transportation plays in our daily operations. Emphasizing road safety allows us to
reduce accidents, injuries, and fatalities related to transportation, contributing not only to the
safeguarding of lives but also to the overall well-being of our workforce and the communities we
serve. This strong health and safety culture positively impacts our employees, fostering a sense of
security, trust, and satisfaction. As an integrated part of our broader Environmental, Social, and
Governance (ESG) journey, road safety seamlessly aligns with our commitment to sustainability and
responsible business practices. By promoting responsible driving habits and advocating for safer
roads, we ensure that our business operations are in harmony with environmental and social
considerations. Through various initiatives and awareness campaigns during Road Safety Month, we
not only fulfil our corporate social responsibility but also contribute significantly to the broader goals
of sustainable development. This integrated approach ensures that our commitment to ESG is not
merely a policy on paper but a live reality that positively impacts the world around us.
Commenting on the initiative, Anil Jain, Managing Director, Refex Group said “I am proud to affirm
our unwavering commitment to health and safety, which has always been a cornerstone of our
responsible organizational ethos. This commitment to health and safety fosters a robust culture
within our organization, instilling a sense of security, trust, and satisfaction among our employees.
Our initiatives extend beyond the workplace, with a focus on promoting responsible driving habits
and advocating for safer roads. This ensures that our business operations harmonize with
environmental and social considerations, reflecting our commitment to a balanced and sustainable
future. Furthermore, as an integral part of our broader Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
journey, road safety seamlessly aligns with our dedication to sustainability and responsible business
practices.”
