Even as we continue to talk about the importance of helmet safety for children, real-life incidents from Bangalore paint a grim picture of negligence and its consequences.
In February this year, a tragic accident in Whitefield claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy riding pillion with his mother—neither were wearing helmets. In another incident near Bannerghatta Road, a child sustained severe head injuries after a two-wheeler skidded on a pothole. These are not isolated cases. According to Bangalore Traffic Police data, over 270 accidents in 2024 involved children on two-wheelers, and head injuries were reported in nearly 60% of these cases.
A 2024 study found that children are 93% less likely to wear proper helmets compared to adults in Bangalore. The study also highlighted that many children either wore substandard helmets or none at all—leaving them extremely vulnerable to serious injuries. Despite repeated awareness drives, campaigns, and even legal mandates, compliance remains dangerously low.
What many parents don’t realize is that it’s not just unsafe—it’s also illegal. Under Section 138(7) of the Central Motor Vehicle Act, 2022, children above the age of four must wear a BIS-certified helmet and a safety harness when riding pillion on a two-wheeler. Violation of this rule can result in a ₹1,000 fine and a three-month suspension of the rider’s license. The safety harness, a vest worn by the child and attached to the rider, is designed to prevent the child from falling off during travel.
So what message are we sending by not following these rules? That children’s lives are somehow less important?
Parents—by skipping something as basic as a helmet, you are risking your child’s life every single day. No school, hobby class, or tuition is more valuable than their safety.
Let’s not wait for another heartbreaking headline to act. Start now. Buy your child a high-quality, BIS-certified helmet, ensure they wear it every time, and most importantly—lead by example.
Safety isn’t a choice—it’s a responsibility. Let’s not turn children into statistics.
Note: If this article inspires you to buy a helmet for your child, send us a photo—we’d be happy to feature your safety story in our next edition!
In February this year, a tragic accident in Whitefield claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy riding pillion with his mother—neither were wearing helmets. In another incident near Bannerghatta Road, a child sustained severe head injuries after a two-wheeler skidded on a pothole. These are not isolated cases. According to Bangalore Traffic Police data, over 270 accidents in 2024 involved children on two-wheelers, and head injuries were reported in nearly 60% of these cases.
A 2024 study found that children are 93% less likely to wear proper helmets compared to adults in Bangalore. The study also highlighted that many children either wore substandard helmets or none at all—leaving them extremely vulnerable to serious injuries. Despite repeated awareness drives, campaigns, and even legal mandates, compliance remains dangerously low.
What many parents don’t realize is that it’s not just unsafe—it’s also illegal. Under Section 138(7) of the Central Motor Vehicle Act, 2022, children above the age of four must wear a BIS-certified helmet and a safety harness when riding pillion on a two-wheeler. Violation of this rule can result in a ₹1,000 fine and a three-month suspension of the rider’s license. The safety harness, a vest worn by the child and attached to the rider, is designed to prevent the child from falling off during travel.
So what message are we sending by not following these rules? That children’s lives are somehow less important?
Parents—by skipping something as basic as a helmet, you are risking your child’s life every single day. No school, hobby class, or tuition is more valuable than their safety.
Let’s not wait for another heartbreaking headline to act. Start now. Buy your child a high-quality, BIS-certified helmet, ensure they wear it every time, and most importantly—lead by example.
Safety isn’t a choice—it’s a responsibility. Let’s not turn children into statistics.
Note: If this article inspires you to buy a helmet for your child, send us a photo—we’d be happy to feature your safety story in our next edition!
