A staggering ₹19,54,16,400 in unpaid fines from violators

These fines imposed on a total of 3,71,516 vehicles

123 vehicles have incurred fines exceeding ₹1 lakh

In a relentless effort to enforce traffic regulations and ensure road safety, authorities are on a mission to collect a staggering ₹19,54,16,400 in unpaid fines from violators across various vehicle categories.

The fines, imposed on a total of 3,71,516 vehicles, underscores the severity of repeated traffic violations that have become all too common on the city’s streets. In a strategic move, law enforcement officials have compiled a comprehensive list of offenders, meticulously detailing each vehicle’s infractions and corresponding fines. Among these, a notable subset of 123 vehicles has incurred fines exceeding ₹1 lakh, signaling the gravity of their transgressions.

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Those who fail to comply with the directives may face legal repercussions, including the possibility of facing a charge sheet.

Breaking down the statistics by vehicle type reveals the extent of the infractions:

Bikes:

Violations: 3,61,294

Total Fine: ₹18,76,34,300

Cars:

Violations: 8,603

Total Fine: ₹69,00,900

Vans:

Violations: 848

Total Fine: ₹4,67,500

School Buses:

Violations: 156

Total Fine: ₹88,000

Maxi Cabs:

Violations: 82

Total Fine: ₹56,000

Other Vehicles:

Violations: 433

Total Fine: ₹2,43,100

Additionally, fines have been levied for various infractions, including riding without a helmet, driving without a rear rider helmet, signal jumping, defective number plates, mobile phone usage while driving, failure to wear a seatbelt, one-way entry violations, and improper parking. Each violation carries its own penalty, with the cumulative fines amounting to significant sums.

Reason: Riding without helmet

Case No: 2,49,802

Penalty payable: ₹12,33,89,400

Reason: Rear rider driving without helmet

Case No: 62,925

Penalty payable: ₹3,14,62,500

Reason: Signal jump

No. of Cases :9614

Penalty payable: ₹46,18,600

Reason: Defective number plate

Number of cases: 7852

Penalty to be paid: 37,70,000

Reason: Using mobile phone while driving

Number of cases: 5,612

Penalty payable: ₹56,12,000

Reason: Not wearing seat belt

Number of cases: 2758

Penalty payable: ₹13,79,000

Reason: One way entry

Number of cases: 4966

Penalty payable: ₹23,76,200

Reason: Improper parking

Number of cases : 8013

Penalty payable: ₹75,73,000

As authorities intensify efforts to uphold traffic laws and promote safer road practices, the onus lies on drivers to heed regulations and contribute to a culture of responsible driving. Failure to comply not only risks financial penalties but also compromises the safety of all road users.