MAHARASHTRA ROAD SAFETY
"Congress' long-term plan to create rift with help of lies": Maharashtra Dy CM on claims of Atal Setu cracks
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis dismissed allegations of structural danger to the Atal Setu as false claims by Congress. Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole had inspected cracks on the Mumbai-Trans Harbour Link, attributing them to corruption. Fadnavis clarified that the cracks were on an approach road, not the bridge itself, and were minor, requiring immediate repair. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) assured the public that the bridge is safe, and repair work would be completed within 24 hours without disrupting traffic.
Pune Porsche car accident case: Police arrest accused juvenile's mother; police probe teen at juvenile home in her presence
Pune Porsche car accident case: Pune police have apprehended the mother of the juvenile involved in the Porsche car accident case. This action follows confirmation that the blood samples taken from the juvenile were substituted with samples from his mother.
Pune Porsche accident: Juvenile Court cancels bail of teenager involved in car crash, sends him to Rehabilitation Home
Pune juvenile court cancels bail of 17-year-old accused who caused the death of 2 techies. Accused remanded to a Rehabilitation home till June 5 amid public outcry. Bail conditions include community service, reflective essay, psychiatric counselling, seeking doctor's help to quit drinking, and father of the accused sent to 2-day police custody.
Missing on our roads: Real red lights
Maharashtra deputy CM has rightly condemned the Juvenile Justice Board for letting off the guilty with not much of a rap on the knuckles. The minor's 'punishment' was writing a 300-word essay on accidents, working with traffic police for 15 days and undergoing counselling for his drinking. If that serves as a deterrent against driving without a licence and DUI, best of luck to Indian road safety.
Pune Accident: 17-year-old could face 10-year jail term as police pursue maximum penalty
Pune police are taking strong action in response to a tragic incident involving a 17-year-old boy driving a Porsche Taycan, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. The police are seeking an adult trial for the teenager, who does not have a valid license or training for the vehicle. Despite being released on bail by the Juvenile Justice Board, the police are pursuing charges under more stringent sections of the IPC, which could result in a maximum sentence of 10 years. Additionally, the police have registered cases against the pub owners for serving alcohol to minors and are investigating allegations of favoritism at the police station.
Pune Accident: 2 bike riders killed by speeding Porsche driven by builder's juvenile son; Bystanders thrash driver, video goes viral
Pune Accident (Google Trends): In a tragic Pune accident, two bike riders lost their lives when a speeding luxury Porsche, reportedly driven by the son of construction company owner Vishal Agarwal, collided with their motorcycle. The incident occurred around 3.15 am in Kalyani Nagar. A viral video showed bystanders assaulting the driver, who was later handed over to the police. Authorities are investigating the case.
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Off-roading mania sweeps India: Thrill-seekers conquer challenging terrain
Off-road driving is taking off in India as men and women, young and old, enjoy the thrill of extreme terrain—from snowy trails and sand dunes to slushy paths and rocky landscapes. Off-roading is best experienced on a 4x4 SUV—a four-wheeler in which the engine drives all four wheels, providing better traction and grip.
SC asks Maharashtra govt to 'forthwith' conduct safety audit of Bombay High Court building
The Supreme Court directed Maharashtra to audit the Bombay High Court building and expedite drawings for a new high court in Mumbai. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud stressed the need for prompt government action and highlighted the issue of staff relocation.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde inaugurates first phase of coastal road in Mumbai, calls it engineering marvel
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has inaugurated the first phase of the coastal road between Worli and Marine Drive in south Mumbai. The 10.5-kilometer-long stretch will be open for traffic, with motorists able to enter the coastal road from multiple points and exit at Marine Lines.
International Women's Day 2024: Women commandos are the catalysts for change, guardians of peace in India's red corridor
The Danteshwari Fighters, the first all-woman anti-Maoist commando unit in Bastar, has evolved from an experiment to a formidable force, with two members recently awarded promotions for their gallantry. These 97-strong volunteers are willing to risk their lives to protect their comrades and communities. Similarly, in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district, 11 women officers are stationed at a critical outpost, ready to combat Maoist insurgents. Both units, composed of passionate and dedicated women, are making significant strides in the fight against Maoist violence.
Telangana: PM Modi offers prayers at Ujjaini Mahankali Temple in Secunderabad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday offered prayers at Ujjaini Mahankali temple in Secunderabad, Telangana. According to the Prime Minister's Office, the PM will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for three National Highway projects.
'Zero fatality corridor': Crash deaths down by 58.3% on Mumbai-Pune E-way since 2016, says report
Since the launch of the "zero fatality corridor" initiative for the Mumbai-Pune Expressway (MPEW) in 2016, there has been a marked decline in road crash deaths, stated the report on the project, a joint effort of the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), the Maharashtra Highway Police (HSP), the Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Department and the SaveLIFE Foundation.
The “zero fatality corridor" that cut road fatalities on Mumbai-Pune Expressway by half
A report highlights the success of the "zero fatality corridor" initiative on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, revealing a 58.3% reduction in road crash fatalities since 2016 and a 32% decrease since 2022. The initiative, a collaboration between various agencies, focuses on the 5Es of Road Safety: Enactment, Engineering, Enforcement, Emergency Care, and Engagement.
Budget: Record Rs 15,554 crore allocated to Maharashtra for rail works, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
According to the release, the total plan outlay for Central Railway in FY 24'-25 is Rs 10611.82 crore, which is higher than its plan outlay (net) of Rs 10,600 crore for 2023-24.
Mira Road: Violence continues for second day as bulldozer comes in action after clashes during Ram Mandir rally
Communal violence erupted for a second day in Mumbai's Mira Road following the Ram Mandir inauguration, with clashes captured in a viral video. The incident stemmed from a dispute near the Naya Nagar area, prompting an investigation by Deputy Commissioner of Police, Jayant Bajbale. An independent news outlet shared the video, revealing attacks on an auto-rickshaw and other community establishments.
'New hit-and-run law devised to alert vehicle drivers, ensure safety of passengers,' MoS Road Transport VK Singh
Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways after the nationwide protest said that the new laws have been made to alert the vehicle drivers and for the safety of the passengers. "Passengers should not face problems. The new law has been devised to help the passengers. Earlier drivers used to run away, now a new law has been made to alert the drivers and for the safety of the passengers," VK Singh said.
SIT arrests Maharashtra bureaucrat son and others for allegedly running over girlfriend with car
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Amar Singh Jadhav has arrested the son of a bureaucrat, Ashwajit Anil Gaikwad, who allegedly tried to run over his girlfriend, a social media influencer, with his car, police said on Sunday.
NHAI to undertake safety audit of 29 under-construction tunnels
To move is aimed at ensuring safety and adherence to the highest quality standards during construction and has been triggered by the recent Silkyara tunnel incident in which 41 workers were trapped on November 12.
Delhi, Mumbai on high alert following consecutive blasts in Kerala
There will be additional tightening of security measures starting on Monday. Widespread patrols in critical regions was prompted by information input received on Sunday night. More staff members have been stationed at important locations and embassies.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde orders probe into Samruddhi Expressway accident
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has ordered an investigation into a road accident on the Samruddhi Expressway that resulted in 12 fatalities. The state government will provide compensation of Rs five lakh to the families of each deceased, and the injured will receive treatment expenses covered by the government. The Regional Transport Office (RTO) has also initiated an inquiry into the accident.
Maharashtra roads have over 1,000 'blackspots' that have witnessed five or more accidents
The Maharashtra traffic police have identified 1,004 blackspots on the state's roads and highways where recurring accidents are a major concern. Pedestrians and bikers not wearing helmets are the highest number of fatalities resulting from these road accidents. The main cause of these road accidents is speeding beyond permitted limits.
Tiger dies after being hit by a vehicle. Netizens ask how many more in the name of road development?
A male tiger died in Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary, Maharashtra, after being hit by a vehicle in the buffer zone in Murdoli. A video of the injured tiger was shared on social media by a journalist who questioned how many more animals would die for road development.
MSRTC bus caught on camera with detached rooftop; officials responsible suspended
MSRTC's Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Shekhar Channe, assured the public that action would be taken against the officer responsible for the poor maintenance of the bus. An officer from the mechanical engineering department in Gadchiroli was subsequently suspended in connection with the incident.
Maharashtra govt's road safety corpus is Rs 823 cr but actual spend just Rs 65 cr: Data
Acting on the directives of the Supreme Court-appointed committee on Road Safety, the state government announced to set up RSF to raise the corpus by levying a cess collected at the time of vehicle buying and a high-power committee for monitoring the fund in September 2016.
NHAI to hold officials liable for fatal accidents due to poor road engineering works
According to National Crime Records Bureau data, over 1.55 lakh lives were lost in road crashes across India in 2021 -- an average of 426 daily or 18 every single hour -- which is the highest death figures recorded in any calendar year so far.
Sachin Tendulkar bats for road safety, advocates use of seat belts
Mistry (54) and his friend Jehangir Pandole were killed and two other occupants injured after their luxury car crashed on a bridge on September 4 in Maharashtra's Palghar district.
Maharashtra: Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway stretch where Cyrus Mistry was killed has claimed 60 lives in 2022 so far
Though over-speeding and error of judgement on a driver's part have played a role in many of these incidents, poor maintenance of the road, lack of proper signage and absence of speed curbing measures too are among the factors responsible for the high number of accidents.
IRF to conduct road safety audit on Ahmedabad-Mumbai highway to identify, remove deficiencies
International Road Federation President Emeritus KK Kapila said that after Mistry lost his life on the Ahmedabad-Mumbai highway, IRF decided to conduct a road safety audit on the accident-prone stretch to evaluate and identify road deficiencies. Mistry was killed in a road accident on Sunday after his car hit a divider in Maharashtra's Palghar district.
Wheelchair-bound Simone, Rata Tata's stepmother, attends Cyrus Mistry's last rites; close friend Supriya Sule says his death hasn't 'sunk in yet'
NCP leader Supriya Sule, who was a close friend of Mistry, was also present at the crematorium.
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