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New AI Tool Deployment on National Highways Aims to Help Indian States Identify Crash Risks

An AI tool used on national highways could assist Indian states in spotting potential crash risks amid rising road accidents and fatalities in the country.

Mahbeez Parbeen | | 1 min read

New AI Tool Deployment on National Highways Aims to Help Indian States Identify Crash Risks
AI Generated | Minutebrief Team

In Brief

  1. AI tool used on national highways may help states spot crash risks.
  2. India recorded over 4.8 lakh road accidents and 1.7 lakh deaths in 2023.
  3. In 2024, accidents and fatalities rose to 4.87 lakh and 1.77 lakh respectively.
  4. The tool aims to address India's ongoing road safety challenges.

An artificial intelligence tool currently used on India's national highways may support state governments in identifying potential crash risks. This initiative comes as the country continues to face high numbers of road accidents and fatalities.

In 2023, India recorded 4,80,583 road accidents resulting in 1,72,890 deaths. These numbers increased in 2024, with 4,87,707 accidents and 1,77,175 fatalities reported across the country. The AI tool's deployment aims to enhance the ability of states to proactively manage and mitigate road crash risks, potentially reducing accident rates over time. Officials hope this will complement existing road safety measures amid India’s ongoing challenge to improve highway safety.


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