District Administration Mandates Speed Governors on Tippers Following Public Outcry
Kundapur: In a decisive move aimed at curbing the persistent issue of overspeeding tippers and enhancing road safety, the district administration of Kundapur has announced its decision to mandate the installation of speed governors on all vehicles involved in mining-related transportation. This decision comes in response to heightened public concern and intensified social media campaigns following a series of tragic accidents involving tippers in the region.
The decision, spearheaded by the Deputy Commissioner, is a direct reaction to the repeated involvement of vehicles transporting mining materials in accidents attributed to excessive speed and negligent driving practices. An official order formalizing the mandate is anticipated to be issued in the immediate future.
The administration’s action follows a string of distressing incidents that have plagued the district in recent days. The collective memory of a severe accident on Monday at Shetrakette, where 14 passengers of a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus sustained injuries after a collision with a tipper, remains fresh. Compounding the tragedy, another fatal accident occurred on Wednesday at Hanguru, located on the outskirts of Kundapur. In this incident, a tipper struck a scooter, resulting in the immediate death of the rider.
These incidents have ignited public furor, with residents taking to social media platforms to demand stricter measures to regulate the speed and driving behavior of tipper trucks. The district administration’s proactive measure to implement speed governors is viewed as a critical step towards preventing future accidents and fostering a safer environment for all road users. The move is expected to significantly mitigate the risks associated with overspeeding tippers and contribute to a more secure transportation network within the district.