Kerala Deploys Five Squads on Ernakulam Highways After Fatal Crash
Kerala forms five squads in Ernakulam to clear encroachments and illegal parking on NHs after a fatal crash killed eight students.
In the wake of a tragic road accident that claimed the lives of eight students from Tamil Nadu, the Kerala government has decided to deploy five special squads in Ernakulam district to improve safety on national highways. The accident occurred in Thrissur when a multi-utility vehicle carrying the students rammed into a parked lorry.
The squads will focus on clearing encroachments and illegal parking along the highways in a time-bound manner. These measures are aimed at reducing hazards that often lead to such collisions, especially on stretches where vehicles are parked without proper signage or lighting.
Authorities have not yet specified the exact composition of the squads or the timeline for their deployment, but the move signals a proactive step toward stricter enforcement of road safety norms. The initiative is expected to be replicated in other districts if found effective.
Local residents and transport operators have welcomed the decision, hoping it will prevent future tragedies. The state has been under pressure to enhance road safety after several fatal accidents on national highways in recent months.