5 auto-rickshaw drivers fined for traffic violations in Kalka

Taking strict action against auto-rickshaw drivers violating traffic regulations, the police issued fines to five drivers. The enforcement drive was carried out in the Kalka area by the Surajpur Traffic Team.

Providing details, Surajpur Traffic in-charge Abhishek Kumar said during the operation, several auto-rickshaw drivers were found carrying more passengers than permitted. In one case, a school student was seated in the front of an auto-rickshaw, posing a serious risk of accident. The driver was fined and given a strict warning to adhere to traffic rules in the future.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP, Traffic) Manpreet Singh Sudan stressed that violating traffic rules endangers not only the driver but also passengers and other road users. He emphasised that the primary aim of the police was not merely to impose fines but to instil safe traffic practices among the public. He appealed to all vehicle owners and drivers to follow traffic regulations, cooperate with the police, and contribute towards maintaining a safe traffic system in society.