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Kashmir’s killer roads leave 135 people dead in 1064 incidents since Jan 2023

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Srinagar records highest number of 225 accidents; Efforts on to address alarming rise in accidents: SSP Traffic, Rural Kashmir

The first half of 2023 has witnessed a concerning surge in road accidents, resulting in 135 fatalities across Kashmir, reveals official data.

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Figures accessed by news agency—KNO, that a total of 1064 road accidents were reported in the valley since January 2023 to date, leading to 135 fatalities.

Srinagar district emerged as one of the most accident-prone areas, recording 225 accidents that claimed the lives of 28 people. Srinagar is followed by South Kashmir’s Anantnag that saw 147 accidents and 25 deaths.

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“Budgam reported 80 accidents, resulting in eight fatalities. In Kulgam, 74 accidents were reported, leading to the loss of 11 lives. Ganderbal district witnessed 83 accidents, with a death toll of 2 people. A total of 38 road accidents were recorded in Bandipora, resulting in three deaths. Pulwama experienced 59 accidents and four fatalities. Shopian saw 20 accidents and three tragic deaths,” the official data reveals, adding that “Awantipora police district in south Kashmir reported 50 accidents, with 13 lives lost. Baramulla district reported 126 accidents, leading to 12 fatalities. Kupwara witnessed 57 accidents, resulting in seven deaths. Handwara reported 58 accidents, with a death toll of nine people. Sopore saw 47 accidents and the loss of 10 lives.”

Expressing concern over the distressing statistics, Superintendent of Traffic Police for Rural Kashmir, Ravindar Pal Singh, emphasized the efforts undertaken to address this alarming issue. “Special drives against traffic violations have been carried out rigorously, and awareness programs targeting drivers, students, and local communities have been conducted to encourage adherence to traffic rules and regulations,” he said.

To enhance enforcement measures, he said several initiatives have been implemented, including the use of E-Challaning for streamlined penalties, breath analyzers to detect intoxication, and the installation of trash barricades. “Over-speeding is being tackled through a state-of-the-art speed radar system, and violators are being promptly booked in accordance with provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act. Special attention is being devoted to combat non-compliance with helmet-wearing, overloading, and reckless driving practices,” he added.

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“Efforts are also being focused on taking strict actions against habitual violators, including the cancellation of driving licenses, vehicle registrations, and permits for those involved in accidents resulting in fatalities,” he said.

Singh urges drivers to follow traffic rules strictly: no speeding, wear helmets, avoid overloading, refrain from mobile use while driving, no stunts on bikes, and stay on the correct side of the road, ensure regular vehicle check-ups, drive sober, and possess a valid license and fitness certification. KNO

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Man dies as tractor turns turtle in Sopore

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A man lost his life on Sunday morning as tractor turned turtle in Sopore area of north Kashmir’s Baramula district.

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Quoting an official news agency KS reported that a man was critically injured on Sunday morning after a tractor in which he was travelling turned turtle at Badambagh.

He said soon after the incident, he was immediately taken to Sub District Hospital Sopore, where doctors declared him dead on arrival.

A police officer confirmed the incident and identified the deceased as Farooz Ahmad Bhat, son of Abdul Hamid Bhat resident of Badambagh.

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SMC Corporator Aqib Renzu in custody on charges of sexual harassment

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Srinagar police on Saturday said to have arrested a Srinagar Municpal Corporation (SMC) Corporator for sexual harassment, outraging modesty and online stalking.

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They said strong technical evidences in this matter were produced by the brave victim, the accused has been identified as Aqib Ahmed Renzu resident of Nishat Srinagar.

Case under FIR No 50/2023 U/S 354, 354A, 354D registered in RM Bagh Police station.

Srinagar police on X informed, “One SMC corporator Aqib Ahmed Renzu of Nishat Srinagar arrested for sexual harassment, outraging modesty and online stalking. Strong technical evidences in this matter were produced by the brave victim. FIR No 50/2023 U/S 354, 354A, 354D registered in RM Bagh Police station.”

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Man slips to death while collecting firewood in central Kashmir

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A man died after he slipped while collecting firewood in Rezan forest area in Central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Saturday.

An official told that Showkat Ahmad Tekri, son of Gh Hassan Tekri of Gujerbasti Rezan slipped and fell down from the upper reaches of the forest area, which resulted in his on spot death.

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The heavy rainfall had triggered slippery conditions in the area.

He said that soon after the incident, police reached the spot and recovered his body.

“After medico-legal formalities, his body will be handed over to her family members for the last rites,” he said. KNO

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