BI News,New Delhi: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in India has recently released a report titled “Road Accidents in India – 2022,” which reveals a concerning increase in road accidents across the country. The report highlights that during the year 2022, a total of 461,312 road accidents occurred in states and union territories, resulting in 1,68,491 fatalities and 4,43,366 injuries.
Compared to the previous year, the data indicates a significant 11.9% increase in the number of accidents and a 9.4% rise in the fatality rate. Furthermore, the number of people injured in these accidents saw a substantial increase of 15.3%. These statistics reflect a concerning trend in road safety that needs immediate attention.
Out of the total accidents in 2022, 32.9% (1,51,997 accidents) took place on national highways, which include expressways. Additionally, 23.1% (1,06,682 accidents) occurred on state highways, with the remaining 43.9% (2,02,633 accidents) transpiring on other roads.
The report is based on data obtained from the police departments of states and union territories across India, following standardized formats provided by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) under the Asia-Pacific Road Crash Information (APRCI) project. It underscores the need for an immediate and comprehensive approach to address the factors contributing to these accidents.
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The report points to several critical factors that contribute to road accidents, including speeding, reckless driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and failure to follow traffic regulations. To tackle this issue effectively, there is a pressing need to strengthen enforcement mechanisms, enhance driver education and training programs, and invest in improving road infrastructure and vehicle conditions.
India’s roads are bustling with traffic, and ensuring the safety of its citizens is of paramount importance. Road accidents not only result in the loss of lives but also have a substantial economic impact. It is imperative that all stakeholders, including the government, law enforcement agencies, and citizens, work collaboratively to bring down the number of road accidents and make the country’s roads safer for everyone.
The release of this report serves as a wake-up call for the nation to acknowledge the gravity of the situation and take concrete steps towards reducing road accidents. It is only through a combination of strict enforcement of traffic rules, public awareness campaigns, and investments in road safety measures that we can hope to reverse this alarming trend and make India’s roads safer for all.
