Traffic Police collect Rs 8.99 crore in June through fine imposed on traffic violations on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway

Traffic rules violation has become a serious issue along the Bengaluru-Mysuru highway. In one month alone, Rs 8.99 crore has been collected by virtue of fine collected for traffic violation. 161,149 cases have been filed  between the period starting from June 1st until June 30th. Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) cameras are being used to get hold of the perpetrators. 

12,609 cases have been filed in relation to the violation of lane discipline. 1087 cases are related to triple riding on two-wheelers. 9079 cases have been filed because the riders had not put on a helmet while driving. 7671 cases are related to over speeding on the expressway. 7 cases have been filed against drivers steering their vehicles onto the wrong lane. 577 cases related to vehicles entering no-entry zones have been filed. 

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The cases mentioned above only consist of violations in the month of June. The police have imposed heavy fines on those who have been found guilty of violations. The date, spot and time of the violation have been made known to those who have been found guilty of the violations through the mobile number procured through the registration number of the vehicles. 

60 cameras have been placed along the 119 kilometre stretch for surveillance purposes. Whether such a robust mechanism will keep traffic violations in check remains to be seen.