Nagpur Police Launches 'Operation U-Turn' to Combat Drunk Driving and Enhance Road Safety

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As Nagpur continues to grapple with the issue of drunk driving and road safety, the city police have taken a significant step by launching 'Operation U-Turn'. This initiative, aimed at preventing drunken driving and promoting road safety, comes in the wake of a recent report that revealed 153 deaths in 142 road accidents in 2025, with one fatality occurring on average every day. Despite a 20% decline in fatalities compared to the same period in 2024, the figure remains a pressing concern for commuters.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nagpur Police launched 'Operation U-Turn' to combat drunk driving and enhance road safety, with a focus on preventing deaths caused by drunken driving.
  • The initiative aims to spread the message of 'Every Life Matters' and promote a culture of road safety among commuters.
  • In 2025, Nagpur witnessed 153 deaths in 142 road accidents, with one fatality occurring on average every day, a 20% decline from the same period in 2024.
  • The city police observed that a significant number of traffic accidents were caused by non-drunken commuters who violated traffic rules, putting others' lives at risk.
  • The police suggested adopting a strict disciplinary procedure similar to that of the Mumbai Police, where offenders are apprehended immediately upon violating traffic rules.
  • The 'Operation U-Turn' campaign also emphasizes the importance of abiding by the 'Respect Red and Enjoy Green' theme to ensure road safety.

Statistics:

  • 153 deaths occurred in 142 road accidents in Nagpur in 2025.
  • The average number of fatalities per day in 2025 was one.
  • There was a 20% decline in fatalities compared to the same period in 2024.
  • Despite the decline, the figure remains a notable concern for commuters.

Sources:

  • [The Hitavada, 2025, distributed by Contify.com]