India trains 1,000 FRSC personnel in stress management, emotional resilience

In a significant step aimed at strengthening the mental resilience and professional capacity of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs, through Rashtriya Raksha University — India’s premier National Security and Police University — has concluded arrangements to initiate a strategic partnership with the Corps.

Under this groundbreaking collaboration, 1,000 FRSC personnel are set to receive specialised training in stress management and emotional well-being by August 2025. This initiative aligns with the vision of the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, to not only ensure safer roads but also prioritise the mental health and general well-being of both the management and workforce of the organisation.

The comprehensive training programme aims to raise awareness of occupational and personal stress, as well as its impact on physical and mental health, and provide practical techniques for managing stress. It will also enhance emotional regulation, foster psychological resilience, promote peer support, and entrench a culture of mental health consciousness across the Corps.

Commenting on the development, the Corps Marshal remarked, “Our personnel operate daily under tremendous pressure to safeguard lives on Nigerian roads. By investing in their emotional and mental well-being, we are reinforcing our institutional strength to serve the nation with empathy, professionalism, and excellence.”

He added, ”This training will benefit from India’s globally acclaimed expertise in stress reduction, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence. It combines modern scientific strategies with proven traditional wellness practices, enabling participants to better handle stress, make informed decisions in critical situations, and advocate for mental health awareness within the Corps.”

Facilitators for the programme will include clinical psychologists, research officers, and administrative personnel from Rashtriya Raksha University, offering both in-person and virtual learning experiences to ensure inclusive participation.

Upon completion of the programme, participants are expected to demonstrate greater self-awareness of stress triggers, improved emotional regulation, enhanced peer support mechanisms, a stronger sense of community, and better preparedness for handling crises effectively.

This landmark collaboration reflects the mutual commitment of Nigeria and India to nurturing resilient public institutions that prioritise the welfare of their workforce, thereby promoting safer road environments and healthier societies across Nigeria.

The training is scheduled to commence later in the year and will run in phases across four designated centres, including the FRSC Academy in Udi, Enugu State, and the Marshal Inspectorate Training School in Owo-Alero, Delta State. Both physical and online modalities will be employed to maximise reach and impact.

It will be recalled that this partnership was first initiated in March 2025 with the training of select FRSC personnel in Gujarat State, India. Building on that foundation, ten FRSC officers are currently preparing to commence master’s programmes in August, in fields such as information technology, cybersecurity, data management, and traffic enforcement.