79 accidents reported at level crossings in Palakkad in 2025-26
Railway authorities in Palakkad reported 79 accidents at level crossings during 2025-26, mostly caused by motorists ignoring safety signals. The Motor Vehicles department has begun suspending licenses and imposing fines to curb these violations.
Why it matters
The report underscores the critical safety risks at railway crossings and the enforcement measures being taken to prevent fatalities.
A total of 79 accidents were reported at level crossings under the Palakkad Railway Division during 2025 and 2026, with 55 of them occurring in 2025 alone, the railway authorities have said. Most of the incidents involved motorists who attempted to cross railway tracks despite warning signals or closed gates.
The article relies on official data and reports on public safety enforcement without bias.
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