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Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) which met on Friday the 23rd January was informed by Nitin Gadkari that 30 GHz radio frequency has been allocated by the Department of Telecommunications for the development of vehicle-to-vehicle communication so that road accidents are reduced.

Members from both the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha that took part in the Consultative Committee meeting raised key issues relating to rectification of black spots, widening of select National Highway stretches, availability of trauma care facilities along highways, enhancement of compensation for road accident victims, road maintenance and repairs, and coordination with State Governments for State Highways.

Concerns were also expressed over the irregular conduct of Members of Parliament Road Safety Committee (MPRSC) meetings at the district level, absence of proper road markings, and poor quality of signages and reflectors.

It was suggested that landslide-prone locations be identified on the lines of black spots and appropriate corrective measures be undertaken.

Other suggestions included inclusion of road safety in school curricula, establishment of a Centre for Road Safety, and setting up at least one trauma centre in each district.

Responding to the concerns, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari informed the Committee that 30 GHz radio frequency has been allocated by the Department of Telecommunications for the development of vehicle-to-vehicle communication systems, which will help reduce road accidents and fatalities.

He urged Members to impress upon State authorities the importance of conducting regular MPRSC meetings in their respective districts with participation from the District Collector, Police, PWD, and other concerned agencies.