road fatalities
Hyderabad Police Commissioner Declares "No Mercy" for Drunk Drivers Following Fatal Bus Fire in Andhra Pradesh
Oct 26, 2025 06:07 pm CST
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has labeled drunk drivers as "terrorists" following a tragic bus fire in Kurnool that claimed 20 lives. The incident, caused by an intoxicated motorcyclist who lost control, has prompted authorities to reinforce their zero-tolerance policy on driving under the influence, emphasizing that such behavior constitutes criminal negligence rather than mere accidents.
Tragic Accident in Maharashtra: 8 Dead, 15 Injured as Mini Truck Falls into 200-Foot Gorge
Oct 19, 2025 02:11 am CST
A tragic accident occurred in Maharashtra's Nandurbar district when a speeding mini truck carrying around 40 pilgrimage returnees plunged into a 200-foot-deep gorge in the Chandsaili ghat section. The crash claimed eight lives and left 15 injured, with authorities filing charges against the driver for negligent and rash driving.
Supreme Court Issues Comprehensive Road Safety Guidelines Targeting Pedestrian Protection, Helmet Compliance, and Traffic Regulations
Oct 08, 2025 12:38 am CST
India's Supreme Court has issued extensive directives addressing the nation's road safety crisis, focusing on pedestrian infrastructure, helmet enforcement, and dangerous driving practices. The court ordered footpath audits in 50 major cities, strict helmet compliance for two-wheelers, regulation of vehicle headlights, and the establishment of online grievance mechanisms. These measures aim to reduce India's alarming road fatality rate, which claimed 172,890 lives in 2023, including over 35,000 pedestrians.
India's Road Safety Crisis: 1.73 Lakh Deaths in 2023 With Overspeeding as Major Cause
Oct 01, 2025 12:59 am CST
In 2023, India witnessed over 1.73 lakh road accident fatalities and 4.47 lakh injuries, with two-wheeler riders accounting for 45.8% of victims. The NCRB report highlights overspeeding (58.6%) and careless driving (23.6%) as primary causes, with evening hours (6-9 PM) being most dangerous. National Highways recorded the highest fatalities (34.6%), with Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu reporting the most deaths nationwide.