Google Maps will show accident-prone roads to commuters in Delhi
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Delhi Traffic Police has partnered with Google India and MapMyIndia to improve road safety in the national capital. The initiative will soon see warnings for accident-prone areas or "black spots" being integrated into popular navigation apps like Google Maps and MapMyIndia. The move is aimed at encouraging responsible driving by alerting drivers about high-risk areas ahead of time.
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New feature to show maximum speed limit too
In addition to accident alerts, the new feature will also show the maximum speed limit for roads and stretches across Delhi.
This is aimed at helping motorists stay aware of speed regulations and avoid accidental traffic violations.
By displaying speed limits directly on navigation apps, the initiative hopes to promote safer driving habits and reduce crashes caused by overspeeding.
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Initiative aims to reduce road accident deaths
The new feature is part of a larger effort by the Delhi Traffic Police to cut down on road accident deaths in the city.
In recent years, the department has studied crash data to identify high-risk locations and recommend engineering improvements, stronger enforcement, and better road signage.
The new navigation alerts are expected to help drivers remain cautious while traveling through these locations, making roads safer for everyone.