Patna: The Bihar Transport Department has launched a sweeping crackdown on loud and illegally modified DJ vehicles across the state, giving authorities 15 days to bring such vehicles under control. The move comes amid growing concerns over road safety and noise pollution, particularly during wedding processions and political rallies.
In a directive issued this week, transport secretary Raj Kumar instructed all District Transport Officers (DTOs) and Motor Vehicle Inspectors (MVIs) to carry out on-the-ground inspections. Officials have been told to stop and examine vehicles suspected of unauthorised structural or sound modifications. Any vehicle found in violation will face immediate fines and possible seizure.
Under Section 52 of the Motor Vehicles Act, unauthorised alterations to a vehicle are considered an offence. Authorities may cancel the vehicle’s registration certificate and impose penalties under Section 182(A). In serious cases, vehicle owners could also face arrest. A separate fine of Rs 2,000 will be levied for causing noise pollution and breaching permissible sound limits.
Officials say the action is necessary as commercial vehicles are frequently converted into mobile DJ units without approval, often fitted with heavy sound systems and structural changes that compromise safety. Such vehicles, they argue, not only create excessive noise but also increase the risk of accidents on already congested roads.
Enforcement has already begun in Patna and several other districts, with hundreds of vehicles reportedly detained. The administration has made clear that there will be no leniency for violators, signalling a sustained effort to restore order and ensure safer public spaces across Bihar.
