Bengaluru's Dangerous Subways Pose Risk to Pedestrians
Decades of neglect have turned Bengaluru's pedestrian subways into hazardous zones, forcing walkers onto dangerous roads. Read about the civic failure and urgent safety concerns.
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3 Fatal Accidents in 2 Days in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram roads turn deadly with 3 fatal accidents in 2 days. Reckless driving, missing signals, and poor management blamed. Read more on the city's traffic safety crisis.
Bengaluru's Dangerous Subways Threaten Pedestrians
Dilapidated and flooded subways in Bengaluru endanger pedestrians, forcing them to risk lives on busy roads. Authorities must act now to fix this civic failure.
Pune road deaths down 15%, but vulnerable users at high risk
Pune sees a 15% drop in road fatalities to 290 in 2025. However, pedestrians and two-wheeler riders make up 90% of deaths, with hit-and-run cases accounting for 54% of fatal crashes. Key safety measures outlined.
BEST driver seeks bail in Bhandup accident that killed 4
Santosh Sawant, the BEST bus driver in the Bhandup accident that killed four, moves court for bail, claiming he lost control trying to save people. The court will hear the reply on Jan 13.
Pune voters demand road accountability ahead of civic polls
As Pune's civic elections approach, crumbling roads and pedestrian neglect emerge as key voter issues. Residents demand lasting solutions and accountability from corporators over persistent infrastructure failures.
Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Bus Door in Dahisar
A tragic accident in Mumbai's Dahisar area claims the life of Bhimrao More after a private bus's storage door hit him. Police file FIR for negligence. Read the full details.
AVAS Mandatory for All Electric Vehicles in India by 2027
India's road ministry mandates Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Systems (AVAS) for all EVs, including e-rickshaws, to enhance pedestrian safety. New rules effective from 2026. Read the full details.
Pedestrian killed by bus door in Dahisar East
A 58-year-old man died after being struck by a private bus's luggage door in Mumbai's Dahisar East. Police have filed an FIR for negligence. Read the full report.
Chandigarh Anti-Encroachment Drive in Sectors 40, 20, Kajheri, Manimajra
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launched a significant anti-encroachment operation on Wednesday, targeting illegal vendors and structures to restore pedestrian pathways and civic order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Tourist Summoned in Goa Drunk Driving Death Case
A Pernem court directs Arvind Rawat to appear on Jan 28 for allegedly driving drunk & killing a pedestrian in Arambol. The victim, a 71-year-old from Mumbai, died in June 2025.
Ludhiana: Food Stalls Encroach Footpaths, Cause Traffic Chaos
Unauthorized food stalls in Ludhiana are occupying footpaths and parking spaces, causing severe traffic congestion and pedestrian issues. Residents demand immediate action. Read more.
3 Women Die in Separate Vadodara Road Accidents
Tragedy struck Vadodara as three women lost their lives in separate road accidents on Monday. Details on the fatal crashes in Gotri, Squirrel Circle, and Waghodia Road.
Drunk Rider Kills Pedestrian on Ahmedabad's CG Road
A 25-year-old cook was killed by an allegedly intoxicated motorcyclist on CG Road in Ahmedabad. The victim's friend witnessed the tragic accident. Read the full details.
Chandmari Flyover Sunset View Blocked by Construction
The cherished sunset viewing spot on Guwahati's Chandmari flyover is now obscured by the Noonmati-Ambari flyover pillars. Residents lament the loss of a social hub and demand pedestrian-friendly spaces. Read more.
Goa's First Lift & Escalator FOB Work Starts in Bambolim
Construction of Goa's first foot overbridge with lift and escalator at Bambolim's Fulancho Khuris shrine begins. The Rs 6 crore project aims to prevent fatal accidents on the busy highway. Read details.
Ranchi's 88-point traffic marking drive for safer roads
Ranchi Municipal Corporation paints zebra crossings & parking zones at 88 locations to streamline traffic and enhance pedestrian safety. Read about the new city initiative.
UP Govt Approves 180m 'Smile' Pedestrian Bridge in Lucknow
Lucknow to get a new 180m iconic pedestrian bridge over Gomti River. The Rs 54 crore project, themed 'Smile, you are in Lucknow', aims to boost connectivity and city's visual identity. Read more.
Chandigarh MC Drive: 164 Challans, Illegal Vendors Removed
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's enforcement wing launched a major drive against illegal vendors and encroachments across key sectors, issuing 164 challans to ensure pedestrian safety and city aesthetics. Read more.
Chennai's Guindy Road Upgrade: Widening, Skywalk, Plaza Planned
Chennai's busy Guindy multimodal hub gets a major facelift with road widening, a new skywalk, and a pedestrian plaza to ease congestion for 4000 hourly commuters. Details inside.
Vadapalani Metro Skywalk to Cut Crossings, Speed Up Transfers
Chennai's new Vadapalani Metro skywalk bridges Phase II & existing stations, offering safe pedestrian transfer, easing crowds, and improving last-mile connectivity for commuters.
Bengaluru Group's Public Safety Debate Gains Traction
A Bengaluru initiative, 'Text when you get home', highlights that safety is about daily micro-decisions. Founder Devina S discusses building collective awareness. Read more.
Bengaluru's 26km Walkathon Tests City's Pedestrian Infrastructure
Over 300 citizens in Bengaluru welcomed 2026 by walking 26km to audit footpaths. The citizen-driven initiative, joined by top officials, pushed for safer, walkable streets as a civic necessity. Read more.
Ranchi: Vehicles breach lines, endanger pedestrians
Pedestrians in Ranchi face daily risks as motorists ignore road markings, shrinking walking space. Officials issue fines, but residents demand stricter enforcement for safety.
Footpaths and Citizenship: The Politics of Walking in India
Exploring why safe, continuous footpaths are a measure of urban democracy and citizenship in India. A call to walk more for a more empathetic society.
KSRTC bus kills pedestrian under Vyttila flyover in Kochi
A 45-year-old labourer from Tamil Nadu died after being hit by a speeding KSRTC bus in Kochi. The incident occurred Tuesday night near Vyttila Hub. Read for details and safety concerns.
Radha Nagar Subway in Chennai to Open on Jan 7, 2026
After years of delays, the Radha Nagar subway near Chromepet station will open on Jan 7, 2026, easing traffic. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin to inaugurate. Read the full story.
Walking in Indian Cities: A Daily Risk to Life
Unsafe footpaths with open manholes and debris force pedestrians onto roads, doubling fatalities in 6 years. This urban governance failure shows how India values human life. Read more.
Bhandup Bus Accident: 4 Killed, Survivors Recount Horror
A BEST bus accident outside Bhandup station kills 4, injures 8. Survivors share harrowing accounts of the tragedy that unfolded in seconds. Details on victims and ongoing treatment inside.
VIP Road in Guwahati set for major Rs 15.59 crore overhaul
Guwahati's crucial VIP Road is set for a major Rs 15.59 crore redevelopment into a pedestrian-friendly corridor. Work starts Jan next year. Read about the safety upgrades.
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