PNS | DEHRADUN
The Transport department penalised owners of 52,708 vehicles in Dehradun in 2024 for various violations and collected Rs 8.35 crore in fine. The regional transport officer (Enforcement) of Dehradun division Shailesh Tiwari said that the department intensified checks on key violations, including the mandatory use of helmets for both drivers and pillion riders on two-wheelers as well as seat belts for four-wheeler passengers in 2024.
He informed that in 2024, 21,399 people were penalised for failing to wear helmets or seat belts, compared to 14,721 in 2023. The department also ensured adherence to safety standards for helmets, penalising those wearing substandard protective gear. He stated that overspeeding and mobile phone use while driving remain significant concerns. “The RTO fined 6,602 people for overspeeding and 1,004 for using mobile phones while driving in 2024, reflecting an increase from 6,036 and 819 penalties, respectively, in 2023. Besides this, the enforcement team acted against overloading violations, penalising 705 goods-carrying vehicles and 2,802 passenger transport vehicles for carrying excess weight or passengers,” he said.
He stated that to further strengthen enforcement in 2025, the RTO has deployed a new mobile task force and installed ANPR cameras at various locations to monitor traffic violations and issue challans. Special attention is being given to safety measures during the Char Dham Yatra, with enforcement teams stationed on key routes to prevent accidents. Intensive campaigns against overloading in passenger vehicles, especially in hilly areas, are also underway, he said. Tiwari stated that the department also prioritises safety of schoolchildren and conducted rigorous inspections of vehicles carrying school students. These initiatives align with the directives of the Supreme Court’s Road Safety Committee, ensuring strict compliance with traffic regulations to reduce accidents and enhance public safety in the region.
He said that with its increased enforcement activities, the RTO aims to further strengthen road safety measures, emphasising the need for responsible driving practices among motorists.
