Stray cattle on highways pose safety threat in Tiruchi
Stray cattle on highways in Tiruchi pose a significant safety threat to motorists. The issue is particularly severe on major routes such as the Tiruchi–Chennai and Tiruchi–Madurai National Highways. Despite attempts by local authorities to manage the situation, the problem persists, prompting calls for stricter enforcement and penalties for negligent owners.
- ▪Stray cattle are frequently seen grazing along the medians of national highways in Tiruchi.
- ▪The presence of cattle on highways increases the risk of accidents, especially during peak traffic hours.
- ▪Local authorities have attempted to address the issue by impounding stray cattle and penalizing owners, but the problem continues.
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Stray cattle grazing on plants grown along the medians of national highways passing through Tiruchi city has become a cause for concern among motorists and poses a serious threat to road safety.The menace is reportedly severe along the Tiruchi–Chennai National Highway near the Cauvery bridge and at Mannarpuram, the Tiruchi–Madurai National Highway near Edamalaipattipudur, and the Tiruchi–Dindigul National Highway near Pirattiyur within the city limits.The Tiruchi–Madurai National Highway, which serves as an access route to the new integrated bus stand at Panjapur, witnesses heavy vehicular movement throughout the day.Road users say cattle are frequently seen roaming these highways.
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