In a decisive move to tackle a sharp rise in road fatalities, Gurgaon's traffic police have been directed to identify and address at least two dangerous locations every single day. This urgent order comes as the city grapples with a shocking increase in accident-prone zones, officially termed black spots.
Alarming Surge in Hazardous Locations
The scale of the problem is stark. According to the official 2025 police report, the number of accident black spots in Gurgaon skyrocketed from just five in 2024 to 32 last year. This dramatic jump underscores the deteriorating state of road infrastructure and the pressing need for intervention. The human cost behind these statistics is devastating: around 475 lives were lost in more than 1,100 road accidents within the city last year.
A Four-Pronged Strategy for Road Safety
To combat this crisis, authorities are mandating a comprehensive approach. Deputy Commissioner of Police Rajesh Mohan has stressed the mandatory implementation of the EEEE model. This framework stands for Engineering, Education, Enforcement, and Emergency Care, aiming to ensure a coordinated and sustainable strategy for road safety.
Traffic officers have been instructed to personally inspect identified hazardous locations and coordinate with civic departments and local police stations. The goal is to implement safety measures without any delay, including during night hours. A traffic police official highlighted the collaborative effort required, stating that Gurgaon's road infrastructure is in a poor state and that damaged roads become particularly dangerous during foggy conditions.
Focus on Visibility and Wrong-Side Driving
Specific measures are being rolled out to address common accident causes. To tackle accidents resulting from poor visibility, especially in fog, police must ensure the installation of reflective tapes, hazard markers, and other visibility-enhancing equipment at vulnerable points.
Furthermore, special focus this year will be laid on curbing wrong-side driving, a major contributor to collisions on city roads. The police are also tasked with identifying potholes and coordinating with civic authorities for immediate repairs.
The traffic police's daily mission is clear: find the dangers and fix them. A fresh report detailing the updated list of black spots, based on new ground assessments, is expected to be released by the end of this month, providing a clearer picture of the challenges ahead in making Gurgaon's roads safer.
