February 8th 2025.
When it comes to being responsible citizens and ensuring road safety, Indians often fall short of the ideal standards. The numbers speak for themselves - in 2022, wrong-side driving alone caused a whopping 9,432 fatalities. And to make matters worse, this number increased by 3.7% in 2023, highlighting the serious issue of poor road infrastructure and reckless driving in India.
Recently, a viral video has been circulating on social media, showcasing the dangers of wrong-side driving. In the video, an Alto car can be seen speeding down the wrong side of the Delhi-Meerut Expressway, resulting in a series of collisions. The video, shared on the platform 'X' by a handle named 'Greater Noida West', has already garnered over 1,63,000 views, making it evident that this issue has caught the attention of the public.
The 19-second video captures the chaotic scene as the speeding Alto first collides with a two-wheeler and then crashes into another car, bringing all vehicular movement to a halt. The reckless driver then loses control and the car flips over on the road, causing even more chaos and damage.
Despite the government's efforts to curb this dangerous behavior by imposing heavy fines ranging from Rs 500 to Rs 1,500, it is disheartening to see that wrong-side driving continues to be a major problem in India. It is clear that stricter measures need to be taken to ensure the safety of all road users. As a nation, we must work together to create a culture of responsible driving and make our roads safer for everyone.
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