Tabletop speed-breakers for 8 Pkl accident-prone sites
Panchkula: The Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority (PMDA) on Tuesday initiated the installation of 19
tabletop speed breakers
at eight high-risk locations throughout the city, aiming to enhance road safety and reduce accidents.
The project, following road safety committee guidelines, is being implemented at a cost of Rs 36 lakh.
On Tuesday, construction activities were undertaken on the primary road connecting the Panchkula Industrial Area to Rally Chowk via Govt Women's College, Sector 14.
The road remained completely closed during construction and will continue to be inaccessible on Wednesday. All vehicles were directed to use alternative routes. The traffic police installed route markers with detailed instructions at strategic points to facilitate smooth traffic flow.
According to PMDA, the distribution includes four tabletop speed breakers each at Sector 6-7 light point and Amartex Chowk; three at Tank Chowk; two each at Tau Devi Lal sports stadium, PG College, Sector 1, PG College (Women), Sector 14; and single installations near the DI office and Basantar Enclave in Sector 2.
Police records indicate these locations have witnessed numerous fatal and non-fatal road accidents previously. Investigations revealed high-speed vehicular movement as a primary cause, prompting the road safety committee to recommend these tabletops to regulate traffic speed and prevent collisions.
The speed breakers will incorporate zebra crossings, cat eyes, and road studs to enhance visibility and safety, alerting drivers about upcoming tabletops to prevent sudden braking. PMDA officials confirmed that the installed studs are designed to be vehicle-friendly and will not cause discomfort to road users.
Growing fatalities
Panchkula's road accident statistics show concerning trends over three years. The year 2024 recorded 105 deaths from 233 accidents, marking the highest fatality rate. In 2023, 98 deaths occurred in 236 accidents, while 2022 saw 103 fatalities from 238 road incidents. Many of these accidents occurred at the eight identified locations.
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