Driving in the Mumbai monsoon

I have discovered a new agonising trend amongst many car drivers in Bombay.They flash their hazard lights when driving during heavy rain.

Oh God no. Please save us.

As it is we are a disaster when at driving and have scant regard for traffic rules and now this.

Universally Hazard Lights are regarded as a signal for disability in your vehicle. There should be a public awareness campaign on stopping this rising trend.Local FM stations, news papers should take this up, among other traffic issues, and educate the public on traffic rules and courtesies.

Comments

rookie_journo said…

Rain was heavy.. people are scared

Proof of Rain Here-
http://dontknowhatodo.blogspot.com/2006/08/mumbai.html

1:18 AM

Haddock said…

totally agree with this , and the same goes for people who drive with high beam in the city.

9:14 PM

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