Question : PASSAGE TO PEDESTRIANS



(a) whether the Government has taken any steps to provide safe passage on National Highways to pedestrians and to implement stricter norms for road usage in this regard;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (SHRI R.P.N.SINGH)

(a)&(b) To facilitate safe crossing of roads by pedestrians, foot overbridges and underpasses have been constructed at many locations on National Highways as part of 4/6 laning. While finalizing the proposal for bridges on National Highways, footpaths for pedestrians are being provided as per guidelines of the Ministry.

(c) Does not arise.