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In August 2016, the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill 2016 was referred to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture to address the various concerns raised by State governments and other stakeholders. The Committee's…

Government order issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu in July 2016 to protect Good Samaritans

Guidelines issued by the Government of India in May 2015 to protect Good Samaritans

Help road accident victims without fear of police harassment or legal complications.

A 5% reduction in average vehicle speed can reduce deaths by 30%

Wearing a seatbelt reduces the risk of a fatal injury by upto 50% for front seat occupants and upto 75% for rear seat occupants

Drivers using a phone are FOUR times more likely to be involved in a crash.

Wearing a motorcycle helmet correctly can reduce the risk of death by 40% and the risk of severe injury by 70%

A report from MoRTH on the status of road accidents in India in 2015.

Proposed amendment to the Motor Vehicles Act which aim to strengthen road safety.