Road fatalities are the leading cause of death among young persons, while road safety incidents are costing upwards of 3% of GDP. The vast majority of “accidents” could have been avoided by better use of road safety technology such as barriers, rumble strips, or signage. First, road safety authorities must have the data needed to act efficiently. Road fatalities are the leading cause of death among young persons, while road safety incidents are costing upwards of 3% of GDP. Taking the wheel on road safety is a duty that cannot be foregone.

Source: Dhaka Tribune May 06, 2017 13:41 UTC