2022 saw a significant rise in fatal road crash deaths in Southeast Asia, where vulnerable road users represent 66% of traffic deaths, accounting for 28% of global road traffic fatalities in 2021.

India's Health Ministry reveals that road crashes accounted for over 43% of unintentional injury deaths from 2016 to 2022, with a significant rise in fatalities noted in 2022. The WHO emphasizes the urgent need for enhanced road safety measures in Southeast Asia, where vulnerable road users represent 66% of traffic deaths. The region accounted for 28% of global road traffic deaths in 2021, highlighting the necessity for targeted interventions to improve safety and reduce mortality.

September 02, 2024
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