List of States with Most Number of Accidents in India

India’s Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari recently issued a warning to the state, which has the highest number of road accidents, in a parliamentary session. Horrifying statistics show that road accidents take a toll on many people.

Drunk driving

Alcohol and drugs greatly affect driving skills and therefore account for approximately 2.7% of accidents. Each increase in blood alcohol concentration doubles the chance of an accident.

distracted driving

This is one of the common distractions caused by cell phone use while driving that leads to many accidents. This behavior shows a greater negligence of traffic rules.

Driving on the wrong side of the road

It is one of the leading causes of approximately 5.4% of fatalities and is the most serious road safety violation.

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Insufficient road infrastructure

Poorly maintained roads, potholes and lack of proper signage can lead to accidents. Most accidents happen on straight roads where drivers are overconfident in their speed.

vehicle condition

Overloaded vehicles, poor maintenance (such as brake failure) and old vehicles are the main causes of road accidents.

human error

The main cause of accidents is driver error, accounting for about 78%, including reckless driving, fatigue driving, failure to obey traffic signals, etc.

weather conditions

Adverse weather conditions such as fog or heavy rain can reduce visibility and reduce friction with the road, leading to increased accident rates.

Pedestrian negligence

Pedestrian negligence, such as jaywalking or crossing at inappropriate places, is also part of the road safety problem

Gadkari expressed frustration at the rising number of accidents, admitting that despite the initial goal of reducing fatalities by 50% by the end of 2024, the situation had worsened. He stressed that road safety remains a critical issue in India, with around 178,000 lives lost every year, mainly among people aged 18 to 34 years.