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Nearly 30% of pedestrian deaths occur on national highways, not just city roads

Shocking data reveals nearly 30% of over 1.8 lakh pedestrian deaths between 2019-2024 occurred on national highways, not just busy cities. With over 30,500 pedestrian fatalities annually, the lack of safe footpaths and crossing infrastructure is a critical issue. The Supreme Court has emphasized the right to walk safely, highlighting the urgent need for better road design and implementation across all road types.

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Nearly 30% of pedestrian deaths occur on national highways, not just city roads

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Walking safely as a fundamental right

India's Supreme Court recognized safe walking as a fundamental constitutional right, requiring government maintenance of secure pedestrian pathways. The ruling impacts infrastructure governance and corporate liability frameworks for firms operating in the world's highest pedestrian-fatality country.

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domenica 21 giugno 2026·hindustantimes.com
Walking safely as a fundamental right
India not only records the highest number of pedestrian deaths globally, it has also failed to meet international commitments on reducing road fatalities
lunedì 22 giugno 2026·economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nearly 30% of pedestrian deaths occur on national highways, not just city roads
Shocking data reveals nearly 30% of over 1.8 lakh pedestrian deaths between 2019-2024 occurred on national highways, not just busy cities. With over 30,500 pedestrian fatalities…