As per the Global Status Report on Road Safety published by the World Health Organization (WHO), India has one of the world's highest numbers of annual road accident fatalities. A total of 3,66,138 road accidents were reported in a single year, claiming over 1,31,714 lives and causing 3,48,279 injuries.
Two-wheelers accounted for the highest share in total accidents, recording 43.5% of total fatalities. At Sri Ragavendra Driving School, Sulur, we believe that proper training, awareness and discipline are the strongest tools against road accidents.
Understanding the scale of road accidents in India helps every driver make more responsible choices on the road every single day.
Road accidents reported in India in a single year as per MoRTH Road Accident Statistics.
Lives lost annually on Indian roads — most of them young people of working age.
Two-wheelers account for the highest share of fatalities in Indian road accidents.
68% of road accident deaths occur in rural areas — making trained rural drivers critical.
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) follows a multi-pronged strategy based on four pillars to address road safety across India.
Awareness campaigns through electronic & print media. National Road Safety Month/Week is observed every year to spread awareness and strengthen road safety education among all age groups.
Identification and rectification of black spots on national highways. Road safety is made an integral part of road design. Guidelines for pedestrian facilities have been issued to all States and UTs.
The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019 provides for strict enforcement using technology and strict penalties for traffic violations including drunk driving, over-speeding, and use of mobile phones while driving.
The MV Amendment Act, 2019 provides for cashless treatment of accident victims during the golden hour. Ambulances are available at all toll plazas on National Highways to reduce fatalities.
At Sri Ragavendra Driving School, we teach these road safety principles as part of every training programme.
Seatbelts reduce the risk of death in a crash by up to 45%. Make it a habit every time you get in.
Alcohol impairs judgment and reaction time. Drunk driving is one of the top causes of fatal road accidents in India.
Speeding is a leading cause of road accidents. Always follow the posted speed limits and adjust speed for road conditions.
Using a mobile phone while driving increases the risk of an accident by 4 times. Keep your phone away when behind the wheel.
Helmets reduce the risk of fatal head injuries for two-wheeler riders by up to 40%. Always wear an ISI-marked helmet.
Traffic signals save lives. Running red lights and ignoring road signs are common causes of intersection accidents.
We conduct road safety awareness sessions for students, institutions and community groups around Sulur and Coimbatore.
Our courses include dedicated modules on hazard perception, safe following distance, and emergency braking techniques.
Every student receives thorough training on road signs, lane discipline, right-of-way rules and traffic signals before licence testing.
Join Sri Ragavendra Driving School's road safety awareness programme and be part of a safer Sulur, safer Coimbatore, and a safer India.