Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government is preparing to introduce legislation that will allow pedestrians to be prosecuted for violating road safety rules. This move follows a recommendation by Transport Commissioner C H Nagaraju and aims to address gaps in the current road safety laws.
Under the existing Motor Vehicles Act, only drivers are held accountable for road rule violations. However, the new legislation will extend this accountability to pedestrians, particularly in areas where road safety infrastructure is already in place, such as zebra crossings, footpaths, and traffic signals. The government plans to implement this new rule in phases, starting in areas with adequate safety features like AI cameras and dividers.
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Common violations that attract fines
Pedestrians could face fines for several common violations, including:
- Crossing the road without using a zebra crossing even when one is available
- Crossing the median or barricades in restricted areas
- Crossing the road when the pedestrian signal is red
- Walking on the road instead of using footpath
Published: 22 Jan 2025, 07:31 am IST
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