Killer Roads a Growing Menace in India

In India, road accidents are a big problem.

In 2024, nearly 4.88 lakh crashes happened, killing 177,177 people.

That's about 485 deaths every day, or more than twenty every hour.

These accidents not only kill but also disable many people, affecting their lives and families.

The Supreme Court recently recognized the right to walk safely as a fundamental right.

This means cities should be designed for people, not just cars.

Roads should have safe footpaths, good lighting, and slower speeds.

The government needs to enforce traffic laws strictly and fix dangerous roads.

Sweden's Vision Zero shows that road deaths can be reduced by treating them as preventable system failures.

India needs better political leadership, crash data, and transport policies that prioritize walking, cycling, and public transport.

Each road death is a tragedy, and we must work to prevent them.