Andhra Cabinet Approves Integrated Pedestrian Safety, Universal Accessibility Policy

The Andhra Pradesh government approved a new plan to make roads safer for people who walk.

In the past, roads were mostly built for cars and vehicles, but now they want to focus on walkers.

The plan makes sure footpaths are wide, even, and safe for everyone, including children, older people, and people with disabilities.

It also asks for special features like ramps for wheelchairs, tiles with bumps for people who cannot see well, and sound signals at crossings.

The policy was made because many people die on Indian roads every year, including thousands of pedestrians.

It wants to check dangerous spots on roads and fix them first.

The plan also recycles old building materials to make pavements and street furniture.

People can use a mobile app to report problems like cars driving on footpaths.

The goal is to make walking safe and comfortable for everyone in the state.