4,400 crashes, 2,396 deaths: Road fatalities rise despite dip in accidents in Lucknow division

During the initial eight months of 2026, road accidents in the Lucknow division exhibited a slight reduction. Nevertheless, the death toll, especially in Lucknow and Lakhimpur Kheri, escalated sharply, along with the number of injuries reported. Officials are delving into the root causes of this concerning pattern to formulate appropriate solutions.