Road accidents rise sharply in Koshi Province, exposing coordination gaps
Summary
Road accidents in Koshi Province have sharply increased over recent fiscal years, with high fatalities and injuries due to poor coordination among agencies responsible for road infrastructure and traffic management.
Key Points
- Road accidents in Koshi Province increased sharply from 3,463 in 2022-23 to 4,626 in 2023-24, with fatalities rising from 371 to 452.
- Motorcycles are the most frequently involved vehicles in accidents, followed by cars and buses.
- Lack of coordination among agencies like the Department of Roads, Nepal Electricity Authority, and local governments contributes to hazardous conditions.
- Traffic rules exist but are poorly enforced due to resource shortages and weak multi-agency cooperation, limiting improvements in road safety.
