In an accident reported at Pedamol in Quepem a car rammed into several two-wheelers on Sunday night leading to the death of a rider and another person sustaining severe injuries. It is learnt that during a search of the car, police reportedly found a substance suspected to be ganja worth Rs 12,000. The contraband was seized and the accused was arrested. There is every possibility that the driver was driving while under the influence of drugs. Drugs have been pouring into Goa in multiple forms from various destinations. Driving under the influence of drugs can lead to a false sense of confidence, rash decision making, and risk taking. It can greatly affect concentration, reaction time and judgment. While some drugs can cause drowsiness, dizziness, and impair thinking and judgment, other drugs can make the driver aggressive and reckless. Drug testing can be performed through urine, blood, saliva, and even breath analysis. It aims to identify the presence of drugs that might compromise a driver's ability to safely operate a vehicle. However, no such tests are conducted on vehicular drivers in Goa as a preventive measure against road accidents.
