Telangana to mandate driving tests for VIP drivers after MLA's fatal accident

Following the tragic road accident that claimed the life of MLA Lasya Nanditha, the Telangana government announced on Saturday that driving tests will be mandatory for drivers employed by ministers, MLAs, IAS, and IPS officers.

Addressing the issue of VIP road accidents 

Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar referred to the recent spate of road accidents that involved VIPs and attributed them to the presence of inexperienced drivers. He emphasized the importance of hiring competent individuals, particularly for long-distance travel.

Telangana | BRS MLA from Secunderabad Cantonment, Lasya Nanditha died in a car accident at Patancheru ORR this morning when her car hit a divider.

BRS chief K. Chandrashekar Rao condoled her demise. pic.twitter.com/B9jZRRDr0P

— ANI (@ANI) February 23, 2024

Meanwhile, police reports confirmed that the statement of the personal assistant who was driving the MLA's car during the accident has been recorded before a magistrate.

Lasya Nanditha, MLA from Secunderabad Cantonment, tragically passed away on Friday in a car accident near Patancheru, Sangareddy district.

Hope for improved safety

This new policy, while initiated in the wake of a tragic event, has the potential to significantly improve road safety for VIPs and their staff. By ensuring that drivers possess the necessary skills and undergo proper testing, the government hopes to prevent similar accidents in the future.