Latest Road Safety News from Across the World (August Edition)
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Nitin Gadkari highlights road safety crisis: More deaths on Indian roads than in conflicts
Speaking at the sixth edition of the FICCI Road Safety Awards and Conclave 2024, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari underscored the gravity of the situation, revealing that India faces around 5 lakh accidents annually, resulting in 1.5 lakh deaths and 3 lakh injuries. He pointed out that road accidents in India have claimed more lives than wars, militancy, and Naxalism combined. Gadkari also noted, “The current situation causes a 3% loss to the country’s GDP. It is not just the drivers who are at fault; inadequate road engineering contributes significantly to accidents”
Govt proposes stricter seat-belt regulations to boost road safety from 2025
The Centre’s proposed vehicle safety regulations require seat-belt reminders for front-facing rear seats in passenger cars (M1 category) manufactured after April 1, 2025. The draft rules aim to ensure that passengers wear seat belts, significantly lowering the risk of injury in the event of an accident. These proposed safety standards are part of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989, which specify certain safety features, including safety belts, restraint systems, and seat-belt reminders, for vehicles manufactured after specific dates.
Yamraj conducts long jump competition for the dead on Karnataka road potholes
A video from Karnataka has gone viral on social media, depicting individuals dressed as the mythological figures Yamraj and Chitragupt taking part in a long jump competition to draw attention to the state’s pothole issue. This imaginative yet critical effort seeks to emphasize the urgent need for road repairs by symbolically highlighting the potential dangers these hazardous conditions pose to the public.
Nod for 400 new posts to improve road safety in UP
The state government has sanctioned the creation of positions for Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO, Road Safety) and Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) to ensure strict adherence to road safety rules and regulations. Initially, the finance department has approved 50 ARTO (Road Safety) posts and 351 MVI posts.
ARSA in collaboration with WHO and Nirwan University to host workshop on enhancing road safety through media
The Asian Road Safety Academy, in partnership with WHO and Nirwan University Jaipur, is organizing a workshop focused on road safety through media. Esteemed speakers will explore global practices, state-level strategies, and infrastructure enhancements. The event aims to equip media professionals with the tools to raise public awareness and promote safer road behaviors.
Medical Data Carrier Joins 24seconds Campaign to Boost Emergency Response and Road Safety in High-Risk Countries
Medical Data Carrier, a leader in personal medical information solutions, has teamed up with the PVBLIC Foundation, a global nonprofit that leverages media and technology for social impact, to support the 24seconds Campaign. This initiative is dedicated to raising essential funds and awareness for the United Nations Road Safety Fund, which focuses on improving road safety and enhancing post-crash emergency response in low- and middle-income countries, where 93% of the world’s 1.2 million road fatalities take place.
Malaysia commits to reducing road traffic speeds in school zones
In a significant step to reduce road fatalities among children, Malaysia will implement a 30km/h speed limit in school zones. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced this decision, along with the introduction of speed bumps in school zones. This landmark commitment follows extensive collaboration between WHO, Universiti Putra Malaysia, and Malaysia's Road Transport Department, building on recommendations from the WHO-led Global Plan for the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021–2030.
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Road Safety in Tanzania, a high priority area for SBL
Every year during the third week of August, Tanzania observes Road Safety Week. This week is focused on raising public awareness about road safety laws, the proper use of pedestrian crossings, and the importance of following traffic rules, particularly for motorcyclists. It also includes vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
National Road Safety Action Plan emphasizes reduction of traffic accidents
Myanmar has adopted the National Road Safety Action Plan (NRSAP) 2021-2030, with 108 initiatives across eight sectors to enhance long-term traffic safety, General Mya Tun Oo announced. Speaking as Chairman of the National Road Safety Council, he outlined the plan's goals during the third coordination meeting in Nay Pyi Taw, focusing on reducing traffic accidents and advancing the action plan’s objectives for greater success in the future.
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