Feb 9 • 04:16 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

3 Accidents, 3 'Sacrificial Goats'... Questions Raised About Actions Taken on Pune-Janakpuri and Surajkund Incidents

Three significant accidents occurred in and around India's capital region, raising concerns about systemic failures and accountability in response.

Recently, three major accidents took place in different areas of Delhi and Mumbai, including a 32-hour traffic jam on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, the tragic death of a young man who fell into a pit in Janakpuri, and an incident involving a broken swing at the Surajkund Mela in Haryana. These incidents put the lives of common citizens at significant risk, prompting reflection on the consequence of such mishaps and the true cost on families affected by these tragedies.

The focus is not solely on the accidents occurring, which are inevitable, but rather on the underlying reasons for these incidents and the actions taken thereafter. After the uproar and political rhetoric following such events, the search for accountability often wanes, leading to the emergence of a 'scapegoat' while systemic issues remain unaddressed. Such patterns have been observed in previous incidents, reflecting a troubling trend in how authorities respond to public safety failures.

The recent incidents in Pune, Janakpuri, and Surajkund have highlighted this recurring theme, indicating a troubling complacency within the system. With the same pattern repeating itself after numerous incidents, questions arise about the effectiveness of preventive measures and whether the authorities will truly address the root causes or merely provide temporary fixes amidst public outrage, leading to ongoing vulnerability for citizens.

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