South Goa recorded 1,142 motor vehicle accidents between January and October 2026, marking a 12% increase over the 1,019 accidents reported during the corresponding period in 2025, according to the South Goa Traffic Police comparative analysis.

Despite the rise in accidents, fatal accidents declined marginally from 102 to 100, while fatalities dropped from 106 to 102. However, grievous accidents witnessed a significant increase of 27.9%, rising from 154 to 197.

The month of October also saw a sharp rise in road accidents, with 129 cases reported against 104 in October 2025, marking a 24% increase.

While fatal accidents during October declined from 10 to 6 and fatalities fell from 10 to 7, grievous accidents increased from 24 to 26.

The figures point to a growing road safety concern in South Goa, with a significant rise in overall accidents and grievous injuries despite a marginal decline in fatalities.