two-wheeler safety
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.
Tragic Death in Bengaluru: 22-Year-Old Student Killed While Avoiding Pothole on City's Neglected Roads
Sep 29, 2025 08:45 pm CST
A 22-year-old B.Com student named Dhanushree lost her life in North Bengaluru when she was run over by a tipper truck after falling while trying to avoid a pothole. This tragedy occurs amid ongoing controversy over Bengaluru's road infrastructure and a recent 30-day deadline set by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to repair all city potholes.