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Pilot project Bangladesh

Unsafe situation before in 2014

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Corporation started in 2014

Situation in 2014• 3 dangerous crossings on highway• 108 accidents• 11 fatalities• 231 injuries• 99% of the people felt unsafe

Unsafe situation before in 2014

Implement integrated road safety

3 step program1. Identify dangerous locations

a. Reduce speed of motorized traffic through effective low cost measures;

b. Install safe pedestrian crossings (incl. safe crossers) and walkways;

c. Install separate bus bays and CNG stops / parking;d. Install traffic signs and smart lining

(using reflective paint);e. Give road safety education to vulnerable road users

(incl. school children)

2. Build and maintain local commitment3. Measure impact, learn and share

Safe situation in 2015

Situation in 2015• Accidents 59% less• Fatalities 64% less• Injuries 71% less• 74% of the people felt safe

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