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According to the latest report of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), India recorded nearly 1.99 lakh traffic related deaths in 2024, with speeding emerging as the leading cause of fatalities.
Key Findings of the NCRB Report
- Traffic Accident Deaths
- Average deaths per day: 546
- Total traffic related deaths in 2024: 1.99 lakh
- Share of Road Accidents: Around 88% of traffic deaths were due to road accidents
- States with Highest Fatalities
- Uttar Pradesh
- Tamil Nadu
- Maharashtra
About NCRB
National Crime Records Bureau
- Established in: 1986
- Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Compiles and analyses crime and accident statistics in India
Government Initiatives for Road Safety
- Motor Vehicles Amendment Act, 2019
- National Road Safety Policy
- Black Spot Identification Programme
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