Road Accidents Claim 1.7 Lakh Lives Each Year In India; 60% Victims In 18-34 Age Group: Nitin Gadkari

Road Accidents Claim 1.7 Lakh Lives Each Year In India; 60% Victims In 18-34 Age Group: Nitin Gadkari| Curly Tales

Road Accidents In India

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Rise In Numbers

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Concerning Stats

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Victim Age Group

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Official Data Reveals…

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Worst Affected City

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Following Close Behind

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Worst Affected State In India

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More Details

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