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The tragic road accident that took place in Bengaluru on Sunday has once again raised questions on the safety of India’s roads. Six people of the same family lost their lives in the accident. The incident happened when a heavy container overturned on his Volvo car. The Volvo XC90, considered one of the safest cars in the world, failed to save the family in the accident.
How did the accident happen?
This accident happened with Chandram Yegapogal and his family who were going from Bengaluru to Sangli in Maharashtra.
- Identification of the dead:
- Chandram Yegapogal (48 years)
- Gaurabai (42 years)
- Son Gyan (16 years)
- Daughter Diksha (12 years)
- Sister-in-law Vijayalakshmi (36 years)
- Vijayalakshmi’s daughter Arya (6 years)
Chandram Yegapogalwho was the MD and CEO of a software company, was going to Maharashtra with his family to meet his father. Police said that Chandram was not at fault in the accident, and he was driving completely safely.
container driver’s statement
The container driver told the police that:
- A car suddenly applied brakes on the highway, to save himself he also applied brakes.
- Due to this, the container went out of control, crossed the divider and hit a milk truck before overturning.
- Chandram’s car was behind the milk truck, and he did not even get a chance to recover.
The container was filled with aluminium. The container driver also sustained injuries in the accident, and a case of rash and negligent driving has been registered against him.
Debate on social media: questions on road safety
This accident has sparked debate on social media. People are raising questions regarding road safety and responsibility of drivers.
- Users say:
- “Just traveling by safe car is not enough. “Until the roads and other drivers are safe, accidents will continue to happen.”
- “Safe cars on the road, safe drivers, and safe roads—all three are essential.”
Many people asked the Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari Tagging the demand for road improvement.
Statistics of road accidents in India
India is among the top countries in the world in terms of deaths in road accidents.
- 2022: More than 1.7 lakh people died in road accidents.
- age of most of those who died 18-34 years Was between.
Lessons from the accident: need for road safety
This tragic incident has made it clear that road accidents cannot be stopped just by making better cars. It also requires better roads, responsible driving, and stricter laws. Unless these issues are addressed, it is difficult to prevent such accidents.
