Noida couple fined Rs 55,000 for flouting traffic rules after video of bike romance goes viral

A video of a man and woman performing a dangerous stunt on a motorcycle along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway surfaced on social media on Monday, prompting the traffic police to issue a fine of Rs 55,000 for flouting traffic norms.

The 19-second video, filmed on June 15, showed the girl sitting astride on the fuel tank of the motorcycle and hugging the man who was driving it.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Lakhan Singh Yadav said that traffic police have issued a fine, stating that both riders were penalised for violating traffic regulations. He also urged the youth to follow road safety norms to prevent accidents and avoid legal consequences.

“The video came into notice through social media in which a boy and his co-rider were seen flouting traffic norms. After that a challan of Rs 55,000 was issued to them,” Yadav said.

He further appealed to the public to adhere to traffic rules and refrain from engaging in such risky behaviour, emphasising that penalties would continue to be enforced for violations.

The video, which was shot by a passerby, sparked outrage amongst many social media users who called for severe punishment for those involved.