Mahindra Group responds to FIR in doctor’s accident case, confirms airbags in Scorpio Mahindra has issued a statement addressing the FIR filed against Anand Mahindra and others regarding a doctor’s accidental death in Uttar Pradesh. The incident raised concerns about car safety, with the deceased’s father blaming the lack of airbags in the Scorpio SUV. Mahindra clarified that the Scorpio involved did have airbags, and the incident was a rollover case where frontal airbags wouldn’t deploy. The accident occurred in January 2022.

Scrutiny on Car Safety Features in India The tragedy has sparked discussions on car safety, especially considering the Scorpio’s price of nearly Rs. 20 lakh. Safety features and build quality in cars have become crucial topics, prompting the government to enforce stricter safety regulations. India’s high rate of road accidents further underscores the urgency of enhancing vehicle safety measures.

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