Uttarakhand: Long traffic jams at tourist spots delaying medical help, causing deaths

Uttarakhand: Long traffic jams at tourist spots delaying medical help, causing deaths

Dehradun: Long traffic jams in and around major tourist hotspots and pilgrimage centres in Uttarakhand are hindering timely medical assistance, resulting in preventable deaths. Recently, at least two fatalities occurred within four days due to delays in medical care caused by extensive traffic congestion. On June 9, a 40-year-old man from Nainital lost his life after the ambulance transporting him to the hospital was stuck for hours in a traffic…

Uttarakhand govt. mulling plans to end traffic jams

The Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, has announced an active initiative to combat increasing traffic congestion due to the rising number of tourists. The government is formulating short, medium, and long-term strategies, potentially seeking assistance from the central government if necessary. Plans include constructing bypasses and proposals for elevated roads in Dehradun. The administration is also addressing the growing issue o…