Key Points

Gurugram Traffic Police have launched an aggressive campaign against wrong-side driving, issuing 19,146 challans worth Rs 99.42 lakh in just one month. The initiative targets dangerous driving practices on critical routes like National Highway-48 and Gurugram-Faridabad Road. Traffic officials aim to create awareness and reduce road accidents through strict enforcement and regular checks. The police are committed to making city roads safer and more organized for all commuters.

Key Points: Gurugram Traffic Police Crack Down on Wrong-Side Driving Violations

  • Major traffic enforcement drive targeting wrong-side driving across Gurugram
  • Police issued nearly 100 lakh rupees in fines last month
  • Focused on high-risk areas like National Highway-48 and Gurugram-Faridabad Road
  • Aims to improve road safety and traffic discipline
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Gurugram Traffic Police issue Rs 99.42 lakh in fines for wrong-side driving

Gurugram issues 19,146 challans worth Rs 99.42 lakh targeting wrong-side driving across key city routes

"To ensure traffic rules, the Gurugram traffic police took effective action - Rajesh Mohan, DCP (Traffic)"

Gurugram, May 3

In a major crackdown against wrong-side driving, the Gurugram Traffic Police have issued 19,146 challans worth Rs 99.42 lakh against traffic violators last month, police said on Saturday.

While revealing data, the traffic police officials said, as per the direction of Commissioner of Police Gurugram, Vikas Arora, the traffic police took necessary action against those driving on the wrong side.

"To ensure traffic rules, the Gurugram traffic police took effective action and fined 19,146 drivers who drive in the wrong direction, which mainly includes places like National Highway-48 near Rajiv Chowk, Gurugram-Faridabad Road, CRPF Chowk towards Sheetla Colony, and Gurugram-Sohna Road," Rajesh Mohan, DCP (Traffic), said.

"To take effective action against those driving on the wrong side, Gurugram Police conducted special campaigns and regularly checked vehicles at various places. During checking, drivers found driving in the wrong direction were challaned as per the Motor Vehicle Act, the DCP added.

“The objective of Gurugram Police is to make the journey smooth and safe by conducting the traffic systematically and smoothly. For smooth, easy, and systematic operation of traffic, action is taken as per rules by Gurugram Police against those who violate traffic rules,” the traffic police officers said.

Apart from this, Gurugram Police run special awareness campaigns from time to time to make people aware and motivate them to follow traffic rules by giving information about traffic rules, and during this, people are also told what kind of punishment/penalty is provided against them as per the law for violating traffic rules.

"Gurugram Traffic Police appeal to all drivers to ensure compliance with traffic rules so that road accidents can be avoided, there is no loss of life and property, and traffic movement remains smooth, easy, and organized," the DCP said.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Finally some strict action! Wrong-side driving is a menace in Gurugram. I've seen so many near-misses near Rajiv Chowk. Hope this continues consistently, not just as a one-month campaign. 🚔
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Priya M.
99 lakhs in fines is shocking! But will this really change behavior? Many people take wrong-side shortcuts to save 2 minutes. The police should also improve road design - some U-turns are 2km apart forcing wrong-side driving.
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Amit S.
Good initiative but implementation is key. I've seen challans being issued selectively - some VIP cars get away while common people are targeted. Equal enforcement for all is needed to build trust in the system.
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Neha T.
As a daily commuter on Gurgaon-Faridabad road, I appreciate this crackdown! But awareness is equally important. Many drivers don't realize how dangerous wrong-side driving is. Maybe install more warning boards with accident statistics?
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Vikram J.
The amount collected should be used to improve traffic infrastructure. Gurugram roads need better signage, proper dividers and more traffic police presence. Punishment alone won't solve the problem.
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Sanjay P.
While I support traffic discipline, sometimes wrong-side driving happens unintentionally due to confusing road layouts. First-time offenders should get warnings rather than heavy fines. The system needs some leniency for genuine mistakes.

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