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Dehradun’s haphazard speed breakers under scrutiny; PWD seeks engineer clarification

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Last updated: 12 December, 2024 7:34 PM
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Dehradun’s haphazard speed breakers under scrutiny; PWD seeks engineer clarification

Dehradun: Following public resentment and media attention to the speed breakers on Dehradun roads, the Public Works Department has acknowledged the accidents caused by these bump speed breakers. The Uttarakhand PWD secretary has sought clarification from the engineer responsible for their construction.

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Answer Sought on bump speed breakersSecretary’s inquiryPublic outcry over seven accidents in a single dayRoad safety measures were enhanced after major road accident on 12 Nov, killing six youthsAbsence of alert signs has led to frequent accidents, white markings were done on speed breakers

In Dehradun, seven accidents occurred in a single day due to these speed breakers, including one where a three-year-old child fell off a bike.

Answer Sought on bump speed breakers

On December 12, PWD Secretary Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pandey issued a formal letter, noting that media reports have highlighted the construction of speed breakers in Dehradun without adhering to traffic rules and standards, causing inconvenience and potential accidents.

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Secretary’s inquiry

PWD secretary Dr. Pandey asked on whose orders the speed breakers were constructed and why public concerns and safety standards were not addressed. He demanded immediate clarification and necessary action.

Public outcry over seven accidents in a single day

Local residents reported seven accidents in a single day around Clock Tower due to the newly built speed breakers, which lacked warning boards or indicators. Two passengers were seriously injured, including a three-year-old child who was thrown from a bike when it hit a bump speed breaker.

Road safety measures were enhanced after major road accident on 12 Nov, killing six youths

Under a series of measures to enhance safety measures and curb road accidents, the bump speed breakers were constructed on the major crossings of Dehradun. The administration was prompted to control the speed of vehicles after the November 12 Innova accident. In this accident, an over-speeding Innova crashed into a truck, killing six college students.

Absence of alert signs has led to frequent accidents, white markings were done on speed breakers

Following the construction of speed breakers in several parts of the city, the absence of alert signs has led to frequent accidents. Afterwards, secretary-level officials ensured white markings were added to the speed breakers and signboards were put up. District Magistrate Savin Bansal stated that the speed breakers were installed for road safety by Smart City. An investigation into any negligence regarding the speed breakers is underway, with further action to follow based on the findings.

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