The Supreme Court has issued pan-India directions aimed at enhancing road safety, declaring that expressways must not transform into 'corridors of peril.' The court's ruling includes a ban on illegal parking and emphasizes the necessity for strict highway safety norms.
Highlighting that the right to safe road travel is integral to the right to life, the Supreme Court's directives aim to mitigate risks associated with road usage. These measures are expected to significantly improve safety standards on national highways across the country.