Besides agreeing with 'machone' that "safety costs money...", having been part of the military (but not as an aircrew) and with glimpses of the commercial aviation, I think Safety is all about a steadfast commitment at the organisational level and willingness to learn from the mistakes. I am afraid it is not always the case, and convictions of those assigned with responsibility to ensure safety is flexible as per the situational needs (read as, acceptable compromises without caring about safety).
Talking specifically about Indian aviation (
Aviation Safety - Is the Future Bleak? | Aviation Medicine :: Aerospace Medicine), even though it is booming but are those responsible for implementing safety awake - I am afraid not!