Concern over rise in accidents on newly constructed NH 66 stretch

Recent accidents on National Highway 66 close to Calicut University have raised considerations about security measures on the newly constructed freeway. Two back-to-back accidents in two days resulted in three fatalities and half a dozen extreme accidents, elevating the necessity for enhanced security protocols.

The 77-km stretch of NH 66 in Malappuram district has seen a surge in accidents over the previous few months, regardless of being close to completion.

Illegal parking of heavy autos, particularly lorries, on NH 66 is a significant concern. A parked lorry was concerned in Friday night time’s accident at VK Padi close to Thalappara, leading to two fatalities and critically injuring three others.

A baby was killed on Sunday afternoon when a rushing automobile misplaced management and hit a parked truck at Kohinoor close to Calicut University. Road security specialists level to hurry as the first think about each current accidents.

“Controlling pace alone can drastically convey down such deadly accidents. It is like some drivers fully ignore the dangers even after we always remind ourselves that pace might be lethal. We ought to begin educating the deadly penalties of rushing in a scientific method proper from college,” stated P.M. Mohammed Najeeb, highway security skilled and former deputy transport commissioner.

Dr. Najeeb identified that new highways usually see a spike in accidents initially, which tends to lower as folks be taught from the implications. “Awareness campaigns alone will not be sufficient; folks usually be taught by way of expertise and penalties,” he stated, drawing from his analysis on highway security and driver psychology.

On Saturday, MLAs from the district pushed for improved security measures on NH 66, pinpointing unlawful lorry parking as a significant accident hazard. Highway security was a key level mentioned on the District Development Committee (DDC) assembly held beneath the chairmanship of District Collector V.R. Vinod.

Waterlogging on NH 66 throughout rains is elevating considerations. In some areas, water takes longer to empty because of the highway design, creating hazardous situations.

Some motorists have skilled aquaplaning on NH 66 within the monsoon. “Speeds above 70 kmph are dangerous on moist roads,” warned Dr. Najeeb.

The moist highway possible contributed to Friday night time’s deadly accident at VK Padi, the place a automobile spun out and hit a parked lorry, killing two kids.

Wrong-way entries and exits by drivers are one other main concern. At speeds above 70 kmph, getting into NH 66 by way of exits and exiting by way of entries pose a major threat.

The DDC assembly on Saturday urged the authorities to watch these violations utilizing surveillance cameras, that are presently being put in, in accordance with Motor Vehicle division officers.