Hyderabad Registers 1,604 Road Accidents in last 5 Months

The city recorded a total of 1,604 road accidents. Of them, 141 were fatal accidents while 86 accidents resulted in causing grievous injuries, and 1,377 accidents led to minor injuries. 

A specific analysis of victims under the age of 18 years from January to May 2026 revealed that 128 children became casualties of road mishaps. Among these young victims, seven children lost their lives in fatal accidents, four suffered grievous injuries, and 117 sustained minor



injuries.

Statistics show that 94 per cent of children who died in two-wheeler mishaps were not wearing helmets. It was noted with deep concern that Road Traffic Injuries (RTIs) have become the leading cause of death among children and young adults aged between five and 19 years.

On a national scale, approximately 45 children lose their lives daily in road accidents, with nearly two lakh children dying across India between the years 2011 and 2025.