Why are 36,526 pedestrians still dying every year in India? SC ruling exposes the deadly failure

Road safety experts have welcomed the Supreme Court's landmark ruling declaring the right to walk on a demarcated footpath a fundamental right, calling it a major step towards improving pedestrian safety in India. IIT Delhi Professor Geetam Tiwari said the judgment must now be backed by a strong statutory framework at the local, state and national levels. She also stressed the need to make Indian Road Congress (IRC) standards for pedestrian infrastructure mandatory. #SupremeCourt #PedestrianRights #RoadSafety HT India is your one-stop destination for breaking news, sharp insights and compelling narratives on politics, culture, economy, crime and viral stories. From metropolises to the countryside, we break down the news, debates, and big moments shaping India and what it means for every Indian.