The number of road accidents in Uttarakhand is on the rise despite strict enforcement and awareness campaigns by the transport department. This year, the total number of accidents reached 1,747 by December, surpassing last year’s figure of 1,691. With data for the remaining three months yet to be compiled, the final count is expected to be even higher. Meanwhile, the transport corporation aims to increase its revenue to over ₹700 crore in the upcoming financial year. Additionally, all state-run buses will be equipped with GPS tracking to monitor real-time locations and curb unauthorized operations.
Yearly Road Accident Statistics
Government reports indicate a steady rise in road accidents, fatalities, and injuries over the past five years:
| Year | Accidents | Deaths | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,041 | 674 | 854 |
| 2021 | 1,405 | 820 | 1,091 |
| 2022 | 1,674 | 1,042 | 1,613 |
| 2023 | 1,691 | 1,054 | 1,488 |
| 2024 (Till Dec) | 1,747 | 1,090 | 1,547 |
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Measures to Improve Road Safety
The transport department is implementing various measures to reduce accidents. Automated fitness testing lanes are operational in Dehradun, Rudrapur, Haldwani, Vikasnagar, Roorkee, and Haridwar, while work is underway in Tanakpur. Additionally, construction projects in hilly districts like Pithoragarh, Almora, and Uttarkashi are progressing rapidly. Land selection and DPR preparation for a testing station in Pauri are also in progress. To promote sustainable transport, 25 EV charging stations have already been installed in Garhwal, with 41 more being set up in the Kumaon region.
GPS Tracking for Roadways Buses
To enhance transparency in public transport, all state-run buses will be fitted with GPS devices, enabling real-time location tracking and preventing unauthorized operations. Furthermore, an inventory management system, developed in collaboration with NIC, will digitize workshop stock management, improving efficiency in vehicle maintenance.
