16,000 traffic infractions are reported each day in B'luru; 9.8L violations related to helmetless rides

Bengaluru’s motorists continue to flout traffic rules at an alarming rate, with safety-related violations accounting for a staggering 74% of the 20 lakh challans issued between January and April 2025. This translates to an average of over 16,000 infractions each day, underscoring a persistent disregard for basic road safety norms.

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Helmet-related offences—both for riders and pillion passengers—formed the largest chunk, with over 9.8 lakh violations. Seatbelt neglect followed at around 2.5 lakh cases, while nearly 2 lakh motorists were booked for jumping traffic signals, many caught through surveillance systems rather than on-ground enforcement.

This pattern mirrors a steady trend over the past three years. Safety violations comprised 72% of total cases in 2022, rose to 81% in 2023, and stood at 77% in 2024. Notably, 88% of violations in 2025 have been detected contactlessly using systems like the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS).

Hotspots for rule-breaking include dense traffic zones such as JB Nagar, HAL Old Airport, Bellandur, and HSR Layout.

While technological surveillance has helped increase detection rates, experts argue that punitive measures alone are inadequate. Successful models like the Bengaluru–Mysuru expressway, which saw a significant drop in fatalities, serve as examples worth replicating.