The Economic Times

Nitin Gadkari flags 5 lakh road accidents a year, says behaviour change key to saving lives

India records almost five lakh road accident deaths yearly. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted that changing public behaviour and enforcing traffic laws are major hurdles. Overspeeding, not wearing helmets, and seatbelt non-usage contribute significantly to fatalities. The government is focusing on road engineering, vehicle safety, and stricter enforcement to combat this crisis.