9 months ago
Kerala Cracks Down on Zebra-Crossing Violations
The government in Kerala, India, is taking strong action against drivers who don't follow the rules at zebra crossings.
They are canceling the licenses of drivers who don't stop for pedestrians or park on crossings.
This is because many people, especially older adults, are getting hurt or killed while walking.
The Kerala High Court has ordered the government to enforce these rules strictly to make the roads safer for everyone.
Drivers who break the rules will have to pay a fine and could lose their driving license.
The goal is to make sure drivers are careful and respectful when they see people crossing the street.
Kerala's Motor Vehicles Department is cracking down on drivers violating zebra-crossing rules.
Driving licenses will be canceled for violations, with a Rs 2,000 penalty under Section 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act.
Over 800 pedestrian deaths have been reported in Kerala this year, with senior citizens accounting for 50% of fatalities.
The Kerala High Court has directed strict enforcement of pedestrian safety laws, including action against vehicles parked on zebra crossings.
Drivers must stop at least three meters away from zebra crossings when pedestrians are present, as per standing rules.
- Who
- Motor Vehicles Department of Kerala and Kerala High Court
- What
- Crackdown on drivers violating zebra-crossing rules
- Where
- Kerala, India
- When
- Immediate enforcement, following October 30 High Court directive
- Why
- To reduce pedestrian deaths and improve road safety
Key facts
- Authority
- Motor Vehicles Department of Kerala
- Penalty
- Rs 2,000 and license cancellation
- Pedestrian Deaths
- 800 this year
- Senior Citizen Fatalities
- 50% of pedestrian deaths
- Legal Action
- Section 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act
- High Court Directive
- Strict enforcement of pedestrian safety laws
