LAHORE: At least 434 people lost their lives and more than 23,000 others sustained serious injuries in 43,160 road traffic accidents across Punjab during May, according to data released by the Emergency Services Department (Rescue 1122). The statistics were presented during a monthly performance review meeting chaired by Secretary Emergency Services Department Dr Rizwan Naseer, who expressed deep concern over the rising number of fatalities and injuries caused by road crashes across the province.
City-wise Accident Statistics
According to the report, Lahore recorded the highest number of road accidents with 7,766 incidents, followed by Faisalabad (2,838), Multan (2,793), and Gujranwala (2,312). Lahore also topped the death toll with 38 fatalities, followed by Faisalabad with 36, Gujranwala with 26, and Rahim Yar Khan with 23 deaths.
Motorcycle Involvement
Rescue 1122 data showed that motorcycles remained the most frequently involved vehicles in traffic accidents. In Lahore alone, 8,642 motorcycles were involved in crashes, while Faisalabad reported 3,096, Multan 3,199, and Gujranwala 2,470.
Fire Incidents
The provincial capital also reported the highest number of fire incidents, with 760 emergencies responded to during the month. Faisalabad recorded 236 fire incidents, followed by Gujranwala (167), Sheikhupura (166), Multan (163), and Sialkot (150).
The meeting emphasized the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and enhanced public awareness campaigns to curb the alarming trend of road accidents in Punjab.
