New Delhi, Jun 11 (PTI) Union Road Transport and Highways minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday congratulated Maruti Suzuki India for achieving a 5 star Bharat NCAP rating for its all-new Dzire model.

In 2023, Gadkari had launched the Bharat NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme), which is aimed at improving road safety standards of motors vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes.

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"Congratulations to Maruti Suzuki India for achieving a 5***** Bharat NCAP rating for the All-New Dzire — a proud milestone for Made-in-India cars," he said in a post on X.

Gadkari further said it is heartening to witness mainstream models setting new benchmarks in vehicle safety.

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Encouraging too is the brand's swift adoption of advanced active and passive safety features, including 6 air bags across its lineup, the minister added.

"With #BharatNCAP, we aim to raise public awareness on vehicular safety, enabling customers to make informed decisions and prioritize safety while purchasing vehicles," he said.

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