18% rise in accident deaths during road safety month this year: Police
Odisha witnessed a shocking 18% surge in road accident deaths during January's road safety month, marking the steepest rise ever. Despite enforcement and awareness drives, fatalities climbed to 688, with Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, and Ganjam reporting significant increases. Experts criticize the department's effectiveness, questioning the impact of substantial spending on campaigns and consultants.
Odisha witnessed a shocking 18% surge in road accident deaths during January's road safety month, marking the steepest rise ever. Despite enforcement and awareness drives, fatalities climbed to 688, with Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, and Ganjam reporting significant increases. Experts criticize the department's effectiveness, questioning the impact of substantial spending on campaigns and consultants.
