Pedestrians at risk finds BOSCH

During the seventh UN Road Safety Week, Bosch Ltd. published a thorough study evaluating pedestrian behaviours. The report aims to comprehend the features of pedestrian accidents in India and find solutions to enhance road safety. According to the report, pedestrian deaths are a significant safety problem in India, where they account for nearly one-tenth, of traffic-related fatalities. 68,053 pedestrian accidents were reported in 2021 by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), accounting for 16.5 per cent of all incidents that year. The report is based on the indepth accident database of over 6300 cases of the Road Accident Sampling System for India (RASSI). Commenting on the findings, Girikumar Kumaresh, Principal Advisor Road Safety, Future Mobility & Expert Accident Research, Bosch India,“Our report on Indian Pedestrian Behaviour sheds light on the contributing factors to pedestrian accidents and highlights the need for effective road safety measures and a multidimensional approach to improve traffic safety in India. As individuals, we must also prioritise safety by following traffic rules and being vigilant on the roads.”