30% of pedestrian deaths are on national highways: Govt report
A government report in India reveals that 30% of pedestrian fatalities occur on national highways, highlighting a lack of safe infrastructure. The report emphasizes the need for better pedestrian protections and cites Supreme Court rulings on the right to walk.
Why it matters
This data points to a critical public health and urban planning crisis in India, necessitating urgent policy intervention for road safety.
30% of pedestrian deaths are on national highways: Govt report | India News - The Times of India
The article relies on government data and judicial rulings to report on a public safety issue, maintaining an objective tone.
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