Parliamentary panel pitches for RPF-like force for highways
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A parliamentary committee recommended creating a dedicated National Highway Safety Patrol to manage India's expanding highway network and reduce road accident rates.
Background
The committee proposed a force modeled after the Railway Protection Force (RPF) to handle highway safety. Key objectives include improving response times, stricter traffic enforcement, and protecting highway infrastructure.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNational Highway Safety Patrol: A proposed dedicated force for highway safety and infrastructure protection
- FactThe committee recommended structured safety audits for previously treated 'black spots' on highways
For Mains
Q. Discuss the necessity of a dedicated highway safety force in ensuring infrastructure security and reducing road fatalities in India's rapidly expanding transport network.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional gap: Current lack of a specialized force leads to delayed emergency response and inconsistent traffic enforcement
- Infrastructure security: Need for dedicated protection against vandalism and theft of highway assets
- Audit mechanism: Requirement for systematic monitoring of 'black spots' to ensure long-term remediation effectiveness
Keywords: Infrastructure security · Public safety · Institutional framework · Road safety audit · Emergency response
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