Bengaluru: A dashcam video showing a man narrowly avoiding a collision with a truck on the Bengaluru-Hyderabad highway has gone viral on social media. The clip, recorded on October 23 at around 4:30 am, shows a private bus allegedly forcing the driver into a near-miss, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving on major highways.

Dashcam footage sparks concern

In the video, the driver can be seen making evasive manoeuvres to avoid a collision with an oncoming truck. Sharing the footage on X, the user wrote, “Yesterday at 4:30AM, I narrowly missed an accident due to the careless driving of private travel bus on Bangalore to Hyd road.!! Fortunately, I didn’t panic. One wrong turn would’ve costed our lives.!!”

He further added, “This is just an example of the accidents costing many lives on the highways due to the private travel buses and their careless driving.”

The video quickly attracted attention, sparking discussions online about highway safety and the dangers posed by overspeeding and reckless driving.

Social media reactions and debates

The post received mixed reactions. While many users expressed concern over the incident, others debated highway driving practices:

  • One user commented, “That near miss sounds like a horror movie you survived with a smile and a sigh.”
  • Another advised, “You are right but you should also keep a distance of 250 meters from the vehicle in front of you.”
  • A third user added, “Nothing wrong with the bus driving. He has indicated. If we have to blame the bus for overtaking on the left, then we need to get the slow-moving trucks off the right lane.”

The incident has once again brought attention to the risks associated with highway driving in India, particularly in the early hours when visibility is low and traffic patterns are unpredictable.

Road safety concerns in India

According to NDTV, India records thousands of highway accidents each year, many of which involve speeding buses and trucks. Authorities have often emphasised the importance of adhering to traffic rules, maintaining safe distances, and using indicators correctly to prevent mishaps.

The Bengaluru-Hyderabad highway is known for heavy traffic, including commercial vehicles and private buses, which increases the chances of accidents. Drivers are urged to exercise caution, especially during night and early morning hours.

Conclusion

The viral dashcam video serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by careless driving and the importance of road safety measures. While discussions continue on social media about who was at fault, the incident underlines the need for vigilance, defensive driving, and stricter enforcement of traffic regulations on Indian highways.