Ludhiana, Oct. 11 -- The tragic death of Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda in a road accident involving a stray animal in Himachal Pradesh has reignited concerns over the growing menace of stray cattle and road safety failures in Punjab's industrial hub. Behind the headlines of this tragedy lies a grim reality - Ludhiana ranks among the most dangerous cities in India for road accidents, where stray animals continue to claim lives despite years of civic promises and unutilised funds.

According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2023 report, Ludhiana recorded 504 road accidents last year, resulting in 402 deaths, an alarming 80% fatality rate. This places the city fourth among India's deadliest urban centres after Nashik, Mumbai, and ...