Tech Trouble Turns Risky: GPS Blunder Leaves Car Stranded on Unfinished Flyover in Maharajganj
Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh – A late-night drive took a shocking turn when a car, relying entirely on GPS navigation, ended up stranded on an under-construction flyover in the Maharajganj district.
The driver, reportedly unfamiliar with the area, was following directions from a popular navigation app when the route led them directly onto an incomplete flyover, which lacked proper barricades or warning signs. Thankfully, the vehicle came to a halt just before the edge — averting what could have been a major tragedy.
📸 Photos from the scene show the car precariously parked on a stretch of raw concrete, with construction debris and no visible lighting or signage to indicate the flyover was closed to the public.
While no one was injured, the incident has raised serious concerns:
🛑 Lack of on-ground signage and physical barriers
📡 Overdependence on GPS without local verification
🚧 Poor coordination between civic authorities and mapping services
Local residents say this isn’t the first time navigation tools have misled drivers in the area, especially near construction zones and bypass roads.
Authorities have promised to:
Install barricades and warning signs immediately
Alert mapping companies to update the route information
Encourage drivers to exercise caution and not rely blindly on digital tools
🔊 Public Safety Reminder: Always double-check your surroundings, especially in unfamiliar areas. GPS can guide — but it can’t always guarantee safety.
#SamayaJyothi urges responsible road use and calls for tech platforms to improve real-time accuracy in collaboration with civic agencies.
