India's road safety has become a crisis. The road system is on a downwards trend due to the infrastructure deficit and the increase in cars in the country. Road traffic accidents killed almost 1.7 lakh people in India in 2022, which equals more than 460 deaths per day on average. These staggering numbers reveal a deeper systemic issue, one that demands urgent attention. Despite India’s significant strides in improving its road network, this progress has not been mirrored in efforts to ensure road safety. Even Nitin Gadkari , India’s Road Transport and Highways Minister, has publicly admitted that his biggest regret is not being able to make Indian roads safer. The issue extends far beyond infrastructure, touching on areas of data management, surveillance, and public behavior. Without the help of proper and timely interventions, things will beyond a doubt worsen. The solution? A comprehensive approach focusing on data collection, surveillance, and technology integration, coupled w...