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Bengaluru Roads: Accident Victim's Six-Month Ordeal
27 Nov
Summary
- Man requires surgery and six metal plates after a road accident.
- Victim faces a hospital bill of ₹6 lakhs for injuries.
- Bengaluru BBMP recorded 3,995 potholes late last year.
A recent accident in Bengaluru has brought the city's deteriorating road conditions into sharp focus. A resident, Saurabh Pandey, suffered severe injuries to his leg, hand, and arm after his two-wheeler lost control on a poorly constructed speed breaker. He is now undergoing surgery and will require six metal plates, facing an estimated six months of immobility and a hospital bill of ₹6 lakhs.
Pandey's friend, Khyati Shree, shared his ordeal via a viral video, questioning the lack of accountability for road safety. She highlighted the disparity between strict helmet laws and the acceptance of hazardous road infrastructure like unmarked speed breakers and potholes. The incident underscores a persistent issue in Bengaluru, where residents have long expressed frustration over the state of the roads.
Data from late 2025 indicates a significant problem, with the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) recording 3,995 potholes and the Bengaluru Traffic Police identifying 4,830. This ongoing crisis highlights a critical need for immediate infrastructure improvements and greater accountability for road safety in the city.
