- The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has recently unveiled its “Road Accidents in India-2022” Annual Report.
- The report reveals a worrisome surge in road accidents in India during the calendar year 2022, emphasizing the need for comprehensive measures to address this growing crisis.
- According to the report, a staggering total of 4,61,312 road accidents were reported across various States and Union Territories in India during 2022.
- These accidents resulted in a tragic loss of 1,68,491 lives and caused injuries to 4,43,366 individuals.
- The figures represent a distressing increase of 11.9% in accidents, 9.4% in fatalities, and 15.3% in injuries when compared to the previous year.
- The report underscores the urgency of adopting a holistic approach to tackle the underlying causes of these accidents, including factors such as speeding, reckless driving, drunk driving, and non-compliance with traffic regulations. Strengthening enforcement mechanisms, enhancing driver education and training programs, and investing in road and vehicle improvements are identified as crucial steps to mitigate this crisis.
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