25 challans issues, 2 cases registered amid intensified crackdown in Ludhiana

Personnel from the Ludhiana police commissionerate on Tuesday issued at least 25 challans to traffic violators and registered two first-information reports (FIRs) in a special crackdown meant to curb hooliganism and maintain law and order amid Lohri festivities.

Commissioner of Police (CP) Swapan Sharma supervised the intensified action launched with the intent of maintaining public order in sensitive localities of the city.

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP Traffic 1) Jatin Bansal, who led the cops during a special drive at Malhar Road area, said the action focused on two areas and meant to curb hooliganism, protect life and property of the public, and check chaos normally seen on festival days.

“We cracked down on the venues that allow nicotine consumption through use of vape and electric cigarettes. We also focused on flouting of traffic rules,” said Bansal, adding that a targeted search operation was conducted.

Bansal added that two cases were registered against violators found in possession of prohibited electronic nicotine delivery systems.

“On the traffic front, focus was on modified vehicles, tinted windows, high-intensity headlights and other violations of the Motor Vehicles Act,” he said.

According to the official, they also checked for unauthorised use of logos of police, defence and administration personnel.