Two-wheeler riders and commuters using small cars call for stricter enforcement against reckless driving
Commuters in Thiruvananthapuram are calling for stricter traffic enforcement due to the aggressive driving habits of private bus and heavy vehicle operators. Residents report feeling unsafe and bullied on the road, citing incidents of reckless overtaking and intimidation.
Why it matters
This reflects growing public concern over road safety and the need for better traffic management and regulation in rapidly urbanizing Indian cities.
Every day, Karthika Bipin, a regular two-wheeler commuter, rides her scooter through Thiruvananthapuram city’s busy roads, hoping for a safe journey. Sharing the road with speeding private buses and tipper lorries has become the most stressful part of her daily commute, she said.
The article presents personal accounts and public grievances regarding road safety without taking a political stance.
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