Health Infrastructure Lead Story News
‘Death Highway’ targeted for safety overhaul
A new project has been launched with the aim of reducing the high rate of traffic fatalities on Burma’s most notorious highway.
Health Infrastructure Lead Story News
A new project has been launched with the aim of reducing the high rate of traffic fatalities on Burma’s most notorious highway.
The death of the beauty contestant comes at a time of growing concern about the safety of Burma’s roads.
The number of deaths on Burma’s roads reached nearly 500 in March alone — a significant increase over the monthly average for last year.
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Road fatalities are expected to double in Burma unless effective road safety measures are implemented.
More speed cameras are being introduced on the Rangoon – Mandalay Expressway; meanwhile a local group wants to purge the area of evil spirits, and bus companies are selling travel insurance with tickets.