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Kalaburagi: Rs 22 Lakh Fines Collected in Traffic Drive
12 Jul
Summary
- Over 4,000 traffic violations were booked during the enforcement drive.
- Rs 22.1 lakh in fines were collected from traffic violators.
- Riding without helmets accounted for the majority of the violations.
A special traffic enforcement drive conducted around educational institutions in Kalaburagi city from July 4 to July 13 successfully booked 4,078 traffic violators. The operation, carried out by personnel from all city police stations, yielded fines totaling Rs 22.1 lakh. The most common violation was riding without helmets, with 3,932 instances recorded and Rs 19.66 lakh in fines collected.
Further actions included fines for 34 pillion riders not wearing helmets, 23 drunk drivers, and 36 motorists for not using seatbelts. Reckless 'bull riding' also led to penalties for 32 individuals. The drive aimed to enhance traffic discipline through enforcement and prior awareness programs conducted for students and the public.
