Motorists, pedestrians demand that NHAI start work on construction of FOBs in Vellore to prevent accidents
Motorists and pedestrians in Vellore are urging the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to expedite the construction of Foot Over Bridges (FOBs) at five accident-prone spots along the Chennai - Bengaluru Highway. The lack of safety features at these crossings has led to frequent accidents, particularly affecting vulnerable groups like women and senior citizens. NHAI officials have acknowledged the need for these bridges and plan to start construction soon, following delays due to election-related restrictions.
- ▪Motorists and pedestrians have demanded the NHAI to start work on proposed FOBs at five identified black spots on NH 48.
- ▪The busy stretch lacks adequate safety features, leading to risks for pedestrians crossing the road.
- ▪Each new FOB is planned to cost around Rs 1.8 crore and will include safety measures like fencing, lighting, and ramps.
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Motorists and pedestrians have demanded National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to commence work on the proposed Foot Over Bridge (FOB) at five identified ‘black spots’, which are referred as accident prone spots, on the Chennai - Bengaluru Highway (NH 48), in Vellore without further delay to prevent accidents, mainly involving walkers.Motorists said that the busy stretch has many small openings on the median between the carriageway and service lane for pedestrians to cross the stretch. However, the opening does not have adequate safety features like pedestrian markings, warning signages for motorists to alert them in advance to go slow on the stretch.
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