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Another car has fallen victim to faulty navigation in Uttar Pradesh, landing in a canal after following Google Maps. This is the second such incident in the state within ten days, raising concerns about the app’s reliability.
The recent mishap occurred on the Bareilly-Pilibhit state highway on December 3. A Tata Tigor carrying three passengers diverted off the road and drenched into a canal after the navigation system routed them through an unsafe path. The road, which was washed out and unsuitable for vehicles, was identified as the suggested route by Google Maps. Fortunately, all passengers escaped without significant injuries, but the car sustained considerable damage.
This accident follows a similar incident in Bareilly ten days earlier on Nov 24, where a car fell into the Ramganga River after being directed onto an incomplete bridge by Google Maps. These recurring errors highlight the limitations of GPS navigation apps in certain regions, particularly where road conditions change frequently or infrastructure is underdeveloped.
Residents in the affected areas have expressed frustration, noting that these roads are well-known for being dangerous or impassable. They criticized navigation apps for their lack of accuracy and infrequent updates. Travelers relying solely on these apps often overlook local advice, compounding the risk of accidents.
The two road accidents in Bareilly within just 10 days highlight a troubling trend of incidents linked to inaccurate directions from Google Maps. Earlier this year, a Ford Endeavour SUV in Telangana ended up in a canal after being misdirected by the app. In the U.S., a man tragically lost his life after following the app's guidance onto a collapsed bridge. Other significant incidents in 2024 include a driver in Florida stranded in a swamp after being directed onto an unmarked dirt path, and a delivery vehicle in Brazil that caused a restricted bridge to collapse, though without fatalities.
While navigation apps like Google Maps offer significant convenience, their accuracy can be inconsistent, as they rely on crowdsourced data and real-time updates. This risk is even higher in areas with rapidly changing infrastructure or during challenging conditions like foggy winters, when users rely more on digital guidance than their surroundings. These incidents emphasize the limitations of GPS navigation and highlight the need for better map updates, real-time hazard alerts, and increased user caution, especially in unfamiliar or poorly mapped areas.
As navigation apps become an integral part of daily life, their reliability is crucial for user safety. Incidents like these in Uttar Pradesh serve as a wake-up call for both developers and users, emphasizing the importance of combining technology with practical, situational awareness. Until significant improvements are made, caution and vigilance remain the best tools to avoid such accidents.
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