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Summary:

Visakhapatnam, India, saw a slight decrease in road accidents in 2025 compared to 2024, though fatalities remained relatively stable. Two-wheelers were involved in a significant portion of the accidents, with common causes being helmetless riding, speeding, and reckless driving. The National Highway-16 and city roads were the most dangerous locations. Authorities have identified and are working to improve accident-prone areas, while also enforcing traffic laws.

News Article:

Visakhapatnam Sees Slight Dip in Road Accidents in 2025, Two-Wheelers a Major Concern

VISAKHAPATNAM, INDIA – January 3, 2026 – Road accidents in Visakhapatnam saw a marginal decrease in 2025, according to the city’s traffic police. While the total number of accidents dropped from 1,132 in 2024 to 1,086 in 2025, the number of fatalities remained consistent, with 349 deaths recorded compared to 347 the previous year.

National Highway-16 and city roads continue to be the most dangerous stretches, accounting for the majority of accidents.

Authorities are particularly concerned about the high involvement of two-wheelers in accidents, representing approximately 37% of all incidents. Traffic Police Additional DCP K. Praveen Kumar stated that common causes included riders not wearing helmets, overspeeding, rash driving, and wrong-route driving, often resulting in severe head injuries, particularly for pillion riders without helmets.

The traffic police have identified 68 accident-prone “blackspots” across the city and are actively working on road re-engineering projects at these locations to improve safety. Stricter enforcement of the Motor Vehicles Act is also being implemented. A revised list of blackspots with reduced number is expected to be released soon.

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