Highway safety part of right to life: SC in pan-India guidelines
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Summary
The Supreme Court ruled highway safety is part of the right to life, mandating the State to prevent avoidable fatalities and improve road conditions.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Monday, 20 April 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right