Overview
Karachi has witnessed a devastating toll from road accidents in 2025. According to local rescue authorities, 376 people have died, and 5,503 sustained injuries in traffic incidents during the first half of the year—underscoring an urgent road safety crisis.
Casualty Breakdown
Out of the total casualties:
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289 men, 40 women, 37 boys, and 10 girls lost their lives.
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Injuries affected 4,379 men, 809 women, 242 boys, and 73 girls.
Heavy vehicles, particularly dumpers, trailers, water tankers, Mazda trucks, and buses, accounted for a shocking 120 fatalities alone.
Underlying Issues & Response
The rise in accidents is attributed to poor vehicle maintenance, unsafe roads, and reckless driving of heavy vehicles. Authorities stress improved enforcement and institutional collaboration to tackle traffic mismanagement amid ongoing development in the city.