Nitish Kumar government announces measures for safety of pedestrians in Bihar
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Why in news
The Bihar government announced a plan to enhance pedestrian safety through infrastructure like foot over-bridges and zebra crossings under the 'Saat Nischay-3' program.
Background
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar directed the Transport Department to identify accident-prone zones and install CCTV cameras. The initiative aims to improve road safety in both urban and rural areas of Bihar by 2030.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeSaat Nischay-3: A Bihar government program aimed at enhancing ease of living by 2030
- FactInfrastructure measures include barricades, foot over-bridges, underpasses, and zebra crossings
- FactCCTV cameras to be installed specifically to assess and reduce road accidents
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of pedestrian-centric infrastructure in improving urban mobility and road safety in rapidly developing states like Bihar.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Lack of dedicated walkways in rural corridors increasing pedestrian vulnerability
- Data-driven safety: Utilizing CCTV footage for identifying high-risk accident hotspots and traffic flow analysis
Keywords: Ease of Living · Pedestrian Safety · Urban Mobility · Infrastructure Development · Road Safety Management
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