Patna : Patna Traffic Police issued challans to 2,622 vehicles and imposed fines totalling Rs 33,62,500 on October 25 and 26 as part of an enforcement drive against traffic violations across the city.
According to figures released by the traffic police, violations were identified using video footage, images and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras installed at various locations. The system enables officials to identify vehicles whose drivers have violated traffic rules and issue challans accordingly.
On October 25, police took action against 1,369 vehicles and imposed fines amounting to Rs 17,49,500. On October 26, another 1,253 vehicles were penalised, with fines totalling Rs 16,13,000.
Riding Without A Helmet Accounts For Most Challans
Riding without a helmet was the most frequently recorded violation during the two-day period.
Police issued 1,700 challans for riding without a helmet, including 906 cases on October 25 and 794 on October 26.
The figures indicate that helmet violations accounted for a substantial share of the enforcement action during the period.
More Than 500 Cases Of Driving Without Insurance
Driving without valid vehicle insurance was the second major category highlighted in the figures, with 503 cases recorded over the two days.
Police also took action in 146 cases of red-light jumping, 85 cases of triple riding and 113 cases of overspeeding.
The data further recorded five cases of using a mobile phone while driving. Two such violations were reported on October 25 and three on October 26.
Other violations that attracted penalties included driving without a seat belt, travelling in the wrong direction and parking in no-parking zones.
Camera-Based Monitoring Supports Enforcement
Patna Traffic Police are using footage and images from surveillance systems, including ANPR cameras, to identify vehicles involved in traffic violations at different locations across the city.
The camera-based monitoring system allows authorities to detect certain violations without requiring traffic personnel to stop every vehicle on the road.
The latest enforcement figures form part of efforts to improve compliance with traffic regulations and reduce the risk of road accidents.
Police continue to urge motorists to follow traffic rules, wear helmets and seat belts, maintain valid vehicle insurance and avoid dangerous driving practices.
