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Pedestrians cross the Dharmatala crossing, also known as Esplanade or Dorina Crossing, a historic and bustling intersection in Central Kolkata, West Bengal, India, on June 10, 2026. This intersection connects six major roads in front of the Historic Metropolitan Building and serves as a vital transit hub for the city, making it one of Kolkata's busiest commercial areas. India has one of the highest rates of road fatalities globally, with over 1.7 lakh lives lost annually from more than 4.8 lakh crashes. Although it has just 1% of the world's vehicles, the country accounts for about 11% of global road deaths, significantly affecting its working-age population and economy. Traffic congestion in India is caused by rapid urbanization, a growing number of private vehicles, and inadequate infrastructure. Major pedestrian safety issues arise from vehicle encroachment and speeding over zebra crossings. Drivers often ignore pedestrian lanes, forcing walkers into traffic, and frequently fail to yield to pedestrians waiting to cross. Additionally, faded road markings reduce visibility, while pedestrians sometimes disregard rules by crossing in unsafe areas with the phone to the ear in the hot summer.
Pedestrians cross the Dharmatala crossing, also known as Esplanade or Dorina Crossing, a historic and bustling intersection in Central Kolkata, West Bengal, India, on June 10, 2026. This intersection connects six major roads in front of the Historic Metropolitan Building and serves as a vital transit hub for the city, making it one of Kolkata's busiest commercial areas. India has one of the highest rates of road fatalities globally, with over 1.7 lakh lives lost annually from more than 4.8 lakh crashes. Although it has just 1% of the world's vehicles, the country accounts for about 11% of global road deaths, significantly affecting its working-age population and economy. Traffic congestion in India is caused by rapid urbanization, a growing number of private vehicles, and inadequate infrastructure. Major pedestrian safety issues arise from vehicle encroachment and speeding over zebra crossings. Drivers often ignore pedestrian lanes, forcing walkers into traffic, and frequently fail to yield to pedestrians waiting to cross. Additionally, faded road markings reduce visibility, while pedestrians sometimes disregard rules by crossing in unsafe areas with the phone to the ear in the hot summer.
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