Hathras: Navigating unfamiliar routes on Google Maps can be dangerous sometimes. This may lead to accidents as it can be wrong sometimes. A similar incident of Google Map navigation leading to an accident has come to light from Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras. The car has been damaged in the accident, the driver and the passengers have reportedly suffered serious injuries in the incident.
A highway in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has become a dangerous spot for accidents. In just three days, three major accidents have occurred, involving three cars. These accidents left three people badly injured, all of whom have been taken to the hospital for treatment. Surprisingly, even after these accidents, the authorities have not taken any action to improve safety.
How the Accidents Happened
Many travelers use Google Maps to navigate unfamiliar routes. Something similar happened near Hathras. Construction work was underway on a section of the Mathura-Bareilly Highway. However, there were no diversion signs or barriers to guide drivers. As a result, three cars met with accidents one after another.
गूगल मैप के सहारे मथुरा में बरसाना जा रही कार अंडर कंस्ट्रक्शन हाईवे पर चढ़ गई और मिट्टी के टीले से जा टकराई।
हाथरस, उत्तर प्रदेश pic.twitter.com/ckXxiQ0SZp
— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) December 31, 2024
The travelers were heading from Bareilly to Barsana in Mathura. Following Google Maps’ directions, their vehicle ended up on the under-construction highway. Unfortunately, the cars collided with barriers made of dirt placed on the road.
Google Map की गलती बनी हादसे की वजह: बरेली से मथुरा जाते वक्त दो युवक दुर्घटनाग्रस्त, सड़क पर निर्माण कार्य था जारी.#GoogleMaps pic.twitter.com/DhEZjtKAOV
— Sakshi (@sakkshiofficial) December 28, 2024
Google Maps’ Role in the Accidents
Reports suggest that Google Maps directed the cars onto the under-construction section of the highway. One driver, named Arvind Kumar, was seriously injured when his car hit the dirt barrier. Luckily, the other drivers sustained minor injuries.
Google Map के भरोसे फिर दुर्घटनाग्रस्त हुई हाथरस में एक और कार
गूगल मैप और NHAI की गलती की वजह से 3 दिन में दुर्घटनाग्रस्त हुई तीन कार#UttarPradeshnews #UttarPradesh pic.twitter.com/36pxEDsCf3
— Sakshi (@sakkshiofficial) December 31, 2024
Authorities Unresponsive
As per reports, despite repeated accidents at the same spot, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has not taken any steps to warn travelers. Even earlier, on December 28, two accidents were reported at this very location. However, no warning boards or barriers have been installed to alert people about the road closure, leading to repeated mishaps.
The incident has exposed the irresponsible behaviour of the authorities in the state over the safety of the commuters on roads. It has also highlighted the urgent need for better road management and communication to ensure the safety of travelers.
