No more ‘corridors of peril’: SC rolls out strict highway safety norms

What Happened

The Supreme Court has mandated nationwide road safety improvements, banning heavy vehicle parking on national highways and restricting new roadside structures.

Why It Matters

Authorities must ensure compliance within 60 days, with district magistrates overseeing inspections.

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  • Task forces will be formed to address accident-prone 'blackspots' and enhance surveillance, aiming to prevent avoidable fatalities.

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The Supreme Court has mandated nationwide road safety improvements, banning heavy vehicle parking on national highways and restricting new roadside structures. Authorities must ensure compliance within 60 days, with district magistrates overseeing inspections. Task forces will be formed to address accident-prone 'blackspots' and enhance surveillance, aiming to prevent avoidable fatalities.

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Source: Times of IndiaOriginal Link

Source: Times of India

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