CurveIndia
11. Curve
A curve is a section of road that changes direction to the left or right. A sharp, unexpected or poorly visible curve can reduce a driver’s view of approaching traffic, stopped vehicles, pedestrians and other hazards.
Drivers should reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within their lane and use smooth steering, braking and acceleration. Warning signs may indicate the direction of the first curve or a series of successive curves.
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What makes a bend dangerous in India?
A bend can shorten the visible road and reduce the margin for correcting an error. Slow before entering and maintain control within the distance you can see to be clear. Grip, traffic and hidden road users can require a speed well below the posted maximum.
🔗 morth.gov.in • MoRTH — GSR 38(E), 15 January 2024, clause 12: indirect-vision devices
🔗 pib.gov.in • PIB/MoRTH — official confirmation of the 2020 driving-regulation amendment
🔗 transport.jharkhand.gov.in • Jharkhand Transport — cautionary signs, actual hazard guidance
🔗 transport.jharkhand.gov.in • Jharkhand Transport — direction and facility information
How should you approach a sharp curve in India?
Slow down before the bend, select the correct lane position, look through the curve and steer smoothly. Keep enough grip and visible stopping distance for the road and weather conditions.
🔗 morth.gov.in • MoRTH — GSR 38(E), 15 January 2024, clause 12: indirect-vision devices
🔗 pib.gov.in • PIB/MoRTH — official confirmation of the 2020 driving-regulation amendment
🔗 transport.jharkhand.gov.in • Jharkhand Transport — cautionary signs, actual hazard guidance
🔗 transport.jharkhand.gov.in • Jharkhand Transport — direction and facility information
Is overtaking safe on a blind bend in India?
No. Do not start overtaking where your view of oncoming traffic is obstructed or where signs or road markings prohibit it. Wait until there is a lawful, clear and sufficiently long view ahead.
🔗 morth.gov.in • MoRTH — GSR 38(E), 15 January 2024, clause 12: indirect-vision devices
🔗 pib.gov.in • PIB/MoRTH — official confirmation of the 2020 driving-regulation amendment
🔗 transport.jharkhand.gov.in • Jharkhand Transport — cautionary signs, actual hazard guidance
🔗 transport.jharkhand.gov.in • Jharkhand Transport — direction and facility information
Warning for a curve to the left.
English • IRC:67-2022 • Fig. 15.01 • Left-hand curve. The road bends to the left ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 My.folderit.com • IRC:67-2022 • primary-text mirror • PDF page100
SVG source: Alokprasad84 • Public domain • Original revision 2023-07-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Warning for a curve to the right.
English • IRC:67-2022 • Fig. 15.02 • Right-hand curve. The road bends to the right ahead.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 My.folderit.com • IRC:67-2022 • primary-text mirror • PDF page100
SVG source: Alokprasad84 • Public domain • Original revision 2023-07-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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