India recorded over 5.13 lakh road accidents in 2025, claiming 1,83,382 lives at a rate of 21 deaths per hour, Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari told Lok Sabha. He also dismissed widespread engine failure concerns regarding E20 ethanol-blended fueL
Pothole-related deaths in India are rising, with over 5,000 accidents reported in recent years. From Uttar Pradesh to Telangana, data reveals systemic road maintenance failures. Are these accidents — or preventable governance lapses? A deep analysis of accountability and infrastructure breakdown.
