Hey there, Pune folks! If you’re a two-wheeler rider or passenger who doesn’t like wearing a helmet, it’s time to rethink your choices. The Maharashtra Additional Director General of Police (Traffic) is cracking down on helmetless riders and passengers, with strict penalties in place for violators.
In a recent directive, all Police Commissioners and Superintendents of Police in the state have been instructed to take action against those who don’t wear helmets. This includes not just riders but also co-passengers. Yep, that means if you’re riding pillion without a helmet, you could be facing a fine too.
This new rule comes after a surge in road accidents involving helmetless individuals. Traffic authorities have updated the e-challan system to ensure that fines can be issued to both riders and passengers who flout the helmet rule. The aim is to improve road safety and reduce the number of injuries and fatalities caused by accidents.
In Pune, enforcement of the helmet rule is already in full swing. With around 4,000 helmetless riders being penalized every day, authorities are not messing around. However, there’s a problem – many violators are not paying their fines. To tackle this issue, traffic authorities are considering taking these cases to the People’s Court, pushing offenders to settle their dues.
A review of road accidents over the past five years has shown a worrying trend – unhelmeted riders and passengers are at a higher risk of being involved in accidents. By enforcing the Motor Vehicle Act’s helmet provisions, authorities hope to make the roads safer for everyone on two-wheelers.
So, if you’re out on the roads in Pune, make sure you’re wearing your helmet. It’s not just a fashion statement – it could save your life. Stay safe out there!
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