28 May 2017 | 07:11 AM UTC
India: 4000 killed in road accidents in Tamil Nadu January-March
The southern Indian Tamil Nadu state government reports on May 25 that 4148 persons were killed in 16,756 road accidents January to March 2017
Event
The state government of Tamil Nadu reported on Thursday, May 25, that approximately 4148 persons had been killed in 16,756 road accidents in the first three months of this year. The authorities blame a general disregard for traffic rules and reckless driving for the high number of fatalities.
Context
In 2016, a total of 17,218 persons died in 73,431 road-related accidents across Tamil Nadu. Car and motorbike accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injury in India. Several foreign nationals die every year on Indian roads.
Advice
When possible, it is advisable to avoid traveling at night in India due to hazardous driving conditions. Make sure to travel in a well-equipped vehicle with seatbelts and proper safety standards.
