Odisha drafts pedestrian safety rules, penalizing faulty designs causing injuries
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Infrastructure accountability and urban planning: a GS3 case study on public safety and inclusive development.
Why in news
The Odisha government drafted the Odisha Pedestrian Safety Rules, 2026, to mandate pedestrian paths and penalize faulty road designs causing injuries or deaths.
Background
The rules mandate pedestrian paths on new roads and those being upgraded or widened. They prioritize safety around schools, hospitals, markets, and high-crash areas, with penalties enforced under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillOdisha Pedestrian Safety Rules, 2026
- FactRules mandate pedestrian paths on new and existing roads being upgraded or widened
- FactViolations are punishable under sections 177, 201, and 210B of the Motor Vehicles Act
- PlaceOdisha
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Odisha Pedestrian Safety Rules, 2026, consider the following statements:
- The rules only apply to roads located near industrial zones and highways.
- The rules mandate pedestrian paths on new roads and those being upgraded or widened.
- Violations of the rules are punishable under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The rules prioritise safety around schools, hospitals, markets, and high-crash areas.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of pedestrian-centric urban planning in ensuring public safety and inclusivity in rapidly developing Indian states.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Design accountability: Legal liability for engineers and contractors for faulty infrastructure designs
- Urban safety priority: Balancing vehicular throughput with pedestrian safety in high-density zones like schools and markets
Keywords: Pedestrian Safety · Urban Planning · Infrastructure Accountability · Public Safety Legislation · Motor Vehicles Act
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