On January 19, 2025, a close call on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway sparked discussions about highway safety. A dashcam video showed a misplaced safety cone on the passing lane of the expressway, which could have resulted in a significant accident. Quick thinking and the timely visibility of the cone helped drivers navigate safely around it, averting a major mishap.
This incident underscores the critical importance of proper placement and handling of safety equipment on highways. Safety cones, while small, play a vital role in alerting drivers to upcoming hazards or ongoing maintenance work. However, improper placement or neglect can cause confusion and potential accidents. Authorities have been urged to enforce stricter protocols for highway maintenance teams to ensure that such errors do not occur in the future.