Wrong side driving in the city has claimed 8 lives and left 150 others injured over the past year. In 2024 up to July, there has been a decrease, with 1 death and 128 injuries, said the Hyderabad Traffic police. The cops also booked 688 cases for wrong-side driving in a special drive on Wednesday, August 7.
During the Hyderabad Traffic Police’s special drive against wrong-side driving, the 688 cases comprised 659 two-wheelers, 21 three-wheelers, and 8 four-wheel vehicles.
Despite claims of emergencies from many violators, the Traffic Police emphasize that such actions jeopardize the safety of motorists and pedestrians.