Odisha Govt Unveils Zero‑Fatality Road Initiative to Slash Accident Deaths

The Odisha government has unveiled a plan to achieve zero fatalities on roads by 2030, focusing on infrastructure upgrades, enforcement, and public awareness. The initiative will include widening of major highways, installation of better lighting, and implementation of speed cameras. Authorities will also roll out driver training programs and stricter penalties for violations. The plan comes amid rising road accident statistics, with Odisha recording over 2,000 fatalities last year. Officials say the project will be phased and monitored through a dedicated task force.