QUETTA – Road accidents across Balochistan’s national highways saw a disturbing surge in July 2025, according to a report released by Rescue 1122. The province recorded 2,207 road accidents last month alone, resulting in 26 deaths and 2,913 injuries.
Highways with Highest Accidents
The Rescue 1122 data revealed alarming figures for several major roads:
| Highway | Accidents | Injured | Deaths |
| N-25 (Karachi-Chaman) | 977 | 1,313 | 17 |
| N-50 (Zhob–DI Khan) | 919 | 1,154 | 5 |
| N-65 (Sibi–Quetta) | 92 | 138 | 0 |
| N-70 (Loralai–DG Khan) | 66 | 91 | 0 |
| N-85 (Panjgur–Surab) | 71 | 105 | 0 |
| M-8 (Hub–Khuzdar–Awaran) | 56 | 82 | 1 |
| N-40 (Nokkundi–Taftan) | 26 | 30 | 1 |
Key Reasons: Speed, Negligence, Poor Infrastructure
Experts blamed several key factors for the rising number of accidents:
- Over-speeding and reckless driving
- Poor road conditions and lack of safety features
- Lack of vehicle fitness and inspection
- Driver fatigue and lack of rest
Public Demands Urgent Action
Citizens and traffic safety experts urged the government to take immediate steps. Their recommendations include:
- Widening and repairing damaged highways
- Mandatory training and fitness certification for truck and bus drivers
- Establishing rescue stations and ensuring ambulance services on all major highways
- Installing speed cameras and setting up regular vehicle checkpoints
The rising toll underscores an urgent need for coordinated efforts to improve road safety and emergency response in Balochistan.
