Kerala High Court orders improvements in pedestrian safety

The High Court Of Kerala has termed vehicles as "killing machines" when not operated responsibly, while emphasising the need for scientific management of zebra crossings to ensure pedestrian safety. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gGscMY3d #legalwiki #legalnews #audit

Delhi’s traffic chaos isn’t just impatience — it’s poor training, weak enforcement, and missing road markings. Trucks in fast lanes, left-side overtakes, and random lane-cutting fuel the mess. With lane violation challans up 330% in a year, fixing basics like training, markings, and enforcement is the only way out. But the hidden costs are bigger than what we see on the roads. Lane indiscipline means more accidents, wasted fuel, extra pollution, and rising road rage. #KYA_LAGTA_HAI

⚖️ Supreme Court Issues Landmark Directions to Strengthen Road Safety Across India The Supreme Court has taken a strong stand to make Indian roads safer! In a major judgment delivered in Dr. S. Rajaseekaran v. Union of India & Ors., the Court issued a series of directions to curb rising road accidents and enforce strict safety norms nationwide. 🚦 Key Highlights: Mandatory Helmet Enforcement: States, UTs, and NHAI must strictly implement helmet laws through e-enforcement (cameras, challans & license suspension). Curbing Wrong-Lane Driving: Automated cameras, rumble strips, colored lane markings, and real-time dashboards to promote lane discipline. Ban on Dazzling Lights & Hooters: Complete prohibition on unauthorized red-blue strobe lights, loud hooters, and dazzling LED headlights. Public Awareness: State governments and MoRTH directed to run nationwide awareness campaigns about the dangers of unsafe driving and lighting misuse. 📊 As per the Ministry of Road Transport’s Road Accidents in India 2023 report: Over 1.72 lakh deaths occurred in road accidents last year. 35,000 pedestrians and 54,000 two-wheeler riders died — many due to non-wearing of helmets. The Court emphasized that road safety is part of the “Right to Life” under Article 21, and directed authorities to submit a compliance report within 7 months. 🛣️ This decision marks a crucial step toward safer and more disciplined roads in India. #SupremeCourt #RoadSafety #LawyerGo #LegalUpdate #IndiaLaw #HelmetSafety #TrafficRules #Constitution #PublicSafety

Nina Subramani, Senior Researcher at CAG examines the 2023 MoRTH report with reference to Tamil Nadu. The State reported 67,213 road accidents in 2023, accounting for 14% of all such incidents in India — the highest among all states. The data indicates an urgent need for road safety reforms and policy action. Ministry of Road Transport & Highways - India https://lnkd.in/ghSbNt7Y

🚦 Supreme Court’s Big Push for Road Safety: Helmets, Seatbelts & Stricter Rules Ahead from Dec 2025 The Supreme Court has rolled out strong new directions to make roads safer — from mandatory helmets and seatbelts to curbs on vehicle modifications and better pedestrian safety. A decisive move to save lives on Indian roads. Read full article: https://lnkd.in/dbkBieKn #RoadSafety #SupremeCourt #SafeDriving #IndiaLaw #LegalUpdate #PublicSafety #SCGuidelines

🚦 India Records 1.73 Lakh Road Accident Deaths in 2023 – A Wake-Up Call for Road Safety 🛣️ According to the NCRB 2023 report, road accidents continue to be one of India’s most pressing public safety concerns. 📊 Key Highlights: 1,73,826 fatalities in 2023 (up 1.6% from 2022). 4.47 lakh people injured in 4.64 lakh accidents nationwide. Two-wheeler riders accounted for nearly 46% of deaths (79,533). Pedestrians (27,586 deaths) and SUV/Car/Jeep occupants (24,776 deaths) followed. Peak accident hours: 6 PM – 9 PM. Major causes: Speeding (58.6% of deaths) and dangerous driving/overtaking (23.6%). National Highways accounted for 34.6% of deaths, followed by State Highways (23.4%). 🔑 Takeaway: With mobility and vehicle ownership rising, speeding, road discipline, and enforcement of safety norms remain critical. From stricter laws to better road design, collective responsibility is key to saving lives. Every statistic is a reminder: Safe roads are not just about infrastructure, but about awareness, responsibility, and action. 🚗💡 --- #RoadSafety #TrafficManagement #PublicSafety #AccidentPrevention #SafeDriving #TransportSafety #PolicyMatters #DataDrivenPolicy #RoadDiscipline #DrivingResponsibility #UrbanSafety #HighwaySafety #SustainableTransport #NCRBReport #IndiaSafety #TrafficSafety #InfrastructureDevelopment #ResponsibleDriving #SpeedKills #TwoWheelerSafety #SmartMobility #NationalHighways #PublicPolicy #AwarenessMatters #AccidentPreventionMatters #SocialResponsibility #TransportPolicy #SafeMobility #DrivingCulture #IndiaOnTheMove

🚦 India Records 1.73 Lakh Road Accident Deaths in 2023 – A Wake-Up Call for Road Safety 🛣️ According to the NCRB 2023 report, road accidents continue to be one of India’s most pressing public safety concerns. 📊 Key Highlights: 1,73,826 fatalities in 2023 (up 1.6% from 2022). 4.47 lakh people injured in 4.64 lakh accidents nationwide. Two-wheeler riders accounted for nearly 46% of deaths (79,533). Pedestrians (27,586 deaths) and SUV/Car/Jeep occupants (24,776 deaths) followed. Peak accident hours: 6 PM – 9 PM. Major causes: Speeding (58.6% of deaths) and dangerous driving/overtaking (23.6%). National Highways accounted for 34.6% of deaths, followed by State Highways (23.4%). 🔑 Takeaway: With mobility and vehicle ownership rising, speeding, road discipline, and enforcement of safety norms remain critical. From stricter laws to better road design, collective responsibility is key to saving lives. Every statistic is a reminder: Safe roads are not just about infrastructure, but about awareness, responsibility, and action. 🚗💡 --- #RoadSafety #TrafficManagement #PublicSafety #AccidentPrevention #SafeDriving #TransportSafety #PolicyMatters #DataDrivenPolicy #RoadDiscipline #DrivingResponsibility #UrbanSafety #HighwaySafety #SustainableTransport #NCRBReport #IndiaSafety #TrafficSafety #InfrastructureDevelopment #ResponsibleDriving #SpeedKills #TwoWheelerSafety #SmartMobility #NationalHighways #PublicPolicy #AwarenessMatters #AccidentPreventionMatters #SocialResponsibility #TransportPolicy #SafeMobility #DrivingCulture #IndiaOnTheMove

👉 Follow The Logical Indian In a move to enhance road safety nationwide, the Supreme Court has reportedly directed all States and Union Territories to frame and notify rules within six months for the design, construction, and maintenance of roads other than National Highways. The directive, issued by a Bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan, mandates rules under Sections 210(B) and 128(1)(A) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Accountability in Infrastructure 👉 The order aims to standardise road design and maintenance, addressing recurring issues like potholes, poor drainage, and lack of signage. These standards are expected to reduce accidents and improve pedestrian and cyclist safety across India. Legal Deadline and Compliance 👉 States failing to meet the six-month deadline could face legal scrutiny, with the Court emphasising the use of the Motor Vehicles Act framework to ensure enforcement and accountability, NDTV Profit report. ⚡⚡ Are India’s state roads finally going to become safer for everyone? #RoadSafety #SupremeCourt #IndiaNews #PedestrianSafety #Infrastructure #SafeRoads #MotorVehiclesAct #UrbanDevelopment #PublicSafety #TrafficRules #TheLogicalIndian RoadSafety, SupremeCourt, IndiaNews, PedestrianSafety, Infrastructure, SafeRoads, MotorVehiclesAct, UrbanDevelopment, PublicSafety, TrafficRules Hindustantimes, TimesofIndia BrutIndia, TheLogicalIndian

NHAI to roll out QR code sign boards for National Highway users Blueman Exim News | New Delhi | October 5, 2025 The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is set to enhance commuter experience and transparency by installing Project Information Sign Boards equipped with Quick Response (QR) Codes along National Highway stretches. These QR codes will provide easy access to project-specific details, emergency helplines, and nearby facilities. 🌏🚗 Commuters scanning the codes can access information including highway number, chainage, project length, construction/maintenance timelines, and contact numbers for Highway Patrol, Toll Managers, Project Managers, and Resident Engineers. The boards will also guide users to nearby amenities like hospitals, petrol pumps, toilets, police stations, restaurants, toll plazas, truck lay-byes, vehicle service stations, and e-charging points. Strategically placed near wayside amenities, toll plazas, rest areas, and highway start/end points, the QR code sign boards aim to improve road safety, accessibility to essential services, and overall user convenience. NHAI’s initiative is expected to transform the commuting experience while promoting transparency and awareness across India’s National Highway network. Information and images are based on internet sources. Please verify beforehand. #NHAI #NationalHighways #QRCode #RoadSafety #Infrastructure #EaseOfCommuting #TransportUpdate #BluemanEximNews #FollowUs

🚦 “Road safety is not just compliance, it’s a collective responsibility.” 🚦 In a significant move to strengthen road safety and reduce the alarming number of traffic fatalities, the hon'ble Supreme Court of India has issued a series of crucial directions to all States and Union Territories. The apex court has called for: ✅ Strict enforcement of helmet laws for both riders and pillion passengers. ✅ Curbing wrong-lane driving through proper road markings and penalties. ✅ Prohibition of dazzling headlights, red/blue strobe lights, and hooters that cause visual obstruction and pose risks to oncoming traffic. The Court also highlighted the disturbing statistic over 1.7 lakh road accident deaths in 2023, including 54,000+ two-wheeler fatalities caused primarily by non-use of helmets. The message is clear: these are not mere “rules” but life-saving mandates. Let’s all commit to safer roads - because every life lost to negligence is one too many. 🛣️ #SupremeCourtOfIndia #RoadSafety #TrafficRules #HelmetAwareness #SafeDriving #MotorVehiclesAct #LegalReforms #PublicSafety #Judiciary #IndiaLaw #ResponsibleDriving #LawAndSociety