Overview
- Traffic police presented figures on June 19, 2026 showing 1,604 road accidents in Hyderabad from January–May 2026, including 141 fatal crashes and 128 child casualties.
- Officials reported that 94 percent of children who died in two‑wheeler crashes were not wearing helmets and that road traffic injuries are a leading cause of death for ages 5–19.
- A field survey found major gaps around schools: 80 percent lacked school‑zone warning boards, 90 percent had no speed‑limit signs, about 70 percent had no zebra crossings or speed breakers, and none had enforcement cameras.
- Hyderabad Traffic Police and city agencies issued immediate measures for schools, including student commute databases, trained traffic marshals, staggered timings, mandatory transport managers, and warnings of strict enforcement for violations.
- Authorities and UNICEF say upgrades are needed across thousands of schools but implementation is uneven and will require funding, interagency coordination, and active school participation to reduce child risk on daily commutes.