Telangana: 306 caught in special drunk driving drive by Cyberabad Traffic Police

ANI May 19, 2025 354 views

Cyberabad Traffic Police nabbed 306 drunk drivers in a weekend enforcement drive. Over 80% were two-wheeler riders, with 32 offenders showing alarmingly high alcohol levels. Severe penalties await those causing fatal accidents under new laws. The crackdown highlights stricter enforcement under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

"Drunk drivers causing fatal accidents will be booked under Section 105, facing up to 10 years in jail." – Cyberabad Traffic Police
Hyderabad, May 18: Cyberabad Traffic Police conducted a special drunk driving check over the weekend and apprehended 306 offenders for driving under the influence of alcohol.

Key Points

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306 offenders caught in drunk driving crackdown

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246 two-wheelers among seized vehicles

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32 drivers had dangerously high BAC levels

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Culpable homicide charges for fatal accidents

According to release, a total of 246 two-wheelers, 9 three-wheelers, 50 four-wheelers, and 1 heavy vehicle were seized during the drive.

Out of the 306 offenders, 274 had blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels between 35 mg/100 ml and 200 mg/100 ml.

While, 26 had BAC levels between 201 mg/100 ml and 300 mg/100 ml. Almost 6 were found with BAC levels between 301 mg/100 ml and 500 mg/100 ml.

All the offenders will be produced before the Court for further legal proceedings.

Cyberabad Traffic Police cautions that anyone found driving under the influence of alcohol and causing a fatal accident will be booked under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), which carries a maximum punishment of 10 years imprisonment and a fine.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Good initiative by Cyberabad police! Drunk driving is a serious menace on our roads. Those 6 people with BAC over 300mg should face strict punishment - they're literally putting lives at risk. 👏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the drive, I hope this isn't just a weekend special. Police should conduct such checks regularly, especially near pubs and bars. Also, why only 1 heavy vehicle? Truck/bus drivers drinking is even more dangerous!
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Sanjay T.
The numbers are shocking! 306 in just one weekend? People need to understand that drinking and driving is not 'cool' but criminal. Maybe offenders should be made to visit trauma centers to see accident victims - that might change their attitude.
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Ananya R.
Instead of just fines, we need better public transport options at night. Many people drink because they're at parties, and then drive home because autos refuse to go or charge 3x fare. The system needs to improve on both ends.
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Vikram J.
Section 105 of BNS with 10 years imprisonment is a good deterrent, but will it actually be implemented? We often see such cases getting settled or punishment being reduced. Strict enforcement is the key!
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Neha P.
As someone who lost a cousin to a drunk driver, I fully support this drive. But please don't stop at weekends - make it an everyday effort. Even one drunk driver on road is one too many. 😔

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