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Jaipur's Zero-Tolerance Drive: Court Seizes Vehicles, Levies Hefty Fines

A court in Jaipur is getting really tough on traffic rule-breakers. Officers are slapping people with huge fines and even taking their vehicles away in serious cases. They're especially focused on stopping drunk driving to make the roads safer for everyone. The drive is going to continue, so officials are asking everyone in Jaipur to follow the rules.

Key Points: Jaipur Court Cracks Down on Traffic Violators with Fines and Seizures

  • Special drive led by judicial officers imposes maximum prosecution costs after conviction
  • Drunk driving cases face penalties as high as Rs 18,000 in prosecution costs
  • A public bus was seized for flouting norms, with alternate transport arranged for passengers
  • The campaign aims to reduce accidents by discouraging speeding and reckless driving
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Jaipur court cracks down on traffic offenders; fines, vehicle seizures mark 'zero-tolerance drive'

A Jaipur court launches a strict zero-tolerance drive, imposing heavy fines up to Rs 18,000 and seizing vehicles for traffic violations like drunk driving.

"The objective is not just to punish offenders but also to deter future violations. - Prosecution Officers Sandeep Kumar Mund and Mohan Sharma"

Jaipur, Dec 4

A court in Jaipur has stepped up its crackdown on traffic violations, adopting a strict zero-tolerance approach to improve road safety and discipline across the city, an official said on Thursday.

The special enforcement drive, led by Rajasthan Judicial Services officers Rohit Sharma and Himanshu Chawla, has triggered tough action on the ground -- from hefty fines to seizing vehicles in serious cases.

The initiative is designed to discourage risky driving behaviour and reinforce the importance of following traffic rules in the state capital.

Prosecution officers Sandeep Kumar Mund and Mohan Sharma said courts are now imposing the maximum prosecution costs after conviction, especially in cases involving drunk driving. The objective, they stressed, is not just to punish offenders but also to deter future violations by making people aware of the consequences of breaking traffic laws.

Drunk driving remained a key focus during the campaign, resulting in substantial penalties. The court imposed prosecution costs of Rs 18,000 each in two separate cases.

Meanwhile, Court JM 14 First levied steep fines of Rs 14,000 on Ratiram Gurjar (RJ26CA9648) and Rs 15,000 on Sudhir Sharma (MH43X4832) for similar offences.

The court also acted against public transport violators during inspections.

A bus bearing registration number RJ14PD7516 was seized for flouting traffic norms. While enforcing the rules strictly, authorities ensured passengers were not inconvenienced -- assisting them and arranging alternative transportation so their journey continued without disruption.

Officials said such measures are crucial to reducing road accidents and ensuring greater compliance with traffic laws, especially amid rising cases linked to speeding, drunk driving, and reckless handling of vehicles.

The drive will continue in the coming days, with authorities urging citizens to cooperate and prioritise road safety -- for their own well-being and for everyone using Jaipur's roads.

Experts underline that following road safety rules is essential to prevent accidents, protect lives, and ensure smooth, disciplined movement on the roads.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Rs 18,000 for drunk driving? Good! Make it even higher. These people are a danger to everyone on the road. My cousin was hit by a drunk driver last year. Strict punishment is the only language some will understand.
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Aman W
While I support road safety, I hope the enforcement is fair and not just targeting easy offenders. Often, big cars and bikes with political flags break every rule but go scot-free. The drive should be across the board.
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Sarah B
Appreciate that they arranged alternate transport for the bus passengers. Enforcement with empathy is important. The goal is safety, not just punishment. Hope other cities learn from this approach.
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Vikram M
This is good, but what about the infrastructure? Many signals don't work, lanes are non-existent, and footpaths are occupied. The government should also fix the roads and signs. Safety is a two-way street.
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Kavya N
As a daily commuter, I've seen the difference in the last few days. People are actually stopping at zebra crossings! Please make this permanent. Our roads need this discipline desperately. 👍

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