According to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, the country’s road accident rate has increased by 20% as a result of drivers breaking traffic laws. Speaking at a public gathering during Nagpur’s “Meri Mati, Mera Desh, Amrit Kalash Yatra,” he stated.
The Union Minister highlighted how important it is for drivers to follow traffic laws. He said, “Over 1.5 lakh people die in traffic accidents every year as a result of people breaking the law. Accidents claim the lives of young people most frequently between the ages of 18 and 34.
The condition of the household whose young son is involved in an accident is also affected. Around 3.5 lakh people suffer injuries to their limbs. The failure to follow traffic rules has resulted in a 20 per cent increase in accidents. The country’s GDP incurs a 3 per cent loss.” It’s worth noting that Gadkari frequently appeals to people to follow traffic rules to avoid any unpleasant situations.
He also stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has determined that their top priority is the nation, followed by the party, and lastly, the individual, which is himself. He emphasised that in this hierarchy, he considers himself the last, and whatever he does, he does it for the benefit of the public. Gadkari stressed the importance of working for the country, serving the underprivileged, and contributing to society.
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Gadkari had launched the country’s first vehicle safety assessment program called ‘Bharat NCAP’ in August. The program’s aim is to enhance road safety standards for vehicles weighing up to 3.5 tons. At that time, Gadkari had stated that India faces two major challenges – road accidents and air pollution.
India witnesses approximately five lakh road accidents every year, resulting in the loss of around 1.5 lakh lives. The Minister recently mentioned that the government is working on a policy to make national highways pothole-free by the end of this year.