Bhopal Rural Road Fatalities Surge by 21 Percent; Two-Wheelers Most Vulnerable

Bhopal’s rural outskirts have witnessed a concerning rise in road fatalities, with official data for 2025 showing a 21 percent increase in deaths. A total of 155 lives were lost in accidents across rural stretches, signaling a growing safety crisis for commuters traveling between the city and its surrounding villages. This trend is particularly alarming for daily wage earners and students who rely on these routes for their commute.