Children’s Day alert: Minor riding without helmet & triple riding causes concern in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: On the occasion of Children’s Day, a disturbing incident involving a minor riding a two-wheeler without a helmet and engaging in triple-riding has raised concerns among the public in Hyderabad. The incident took place at Azamabad X Roads, where citizens expressed their worries about the minor’s dangerous behaviour and the potential risks it posed. Hyderabad residents have called on the city police to take strict action against such violations and counsel minors on road safety.
The issue was brought to light by ‘X,’ previously known as Twitter user Santosh (@skv8801), who highlighted the violations, writing, “1. Minor driving 2. Triple riding 3. No helmet. Address: Azamabad X Roads. @HYDTP, @AddlCPTrfHyd, @shotr_ckd.”
1. Minor driving
2. Triple riding
3. No helmetAddress:- Azamabad X roads@HYDTP @AddlCPTrfHyd @shotr_ckd pic.twitter.com/bccaOBRpdH
— Santosh (@skv8801) November 14, 2024
Citizens demand stricter action against minor driving violations
Many Hyderabad citizens have voiced concerns over the growing trend of minors driving vehicles without helmets, often in violation of traffic rules. They have urged the Hyderabad Traffic Police to take swift and strict action to curb such violations. The city police are already focused on addressing drunk driving, rash driving, and illegal street racing, but the issue of minor driving without helmets and triple riding remains a pressing concern.
Hyderabad Traffic Police Challan List and Fines
Many residents remain unaware of the traffic fines imposed in Hyderabad. For those caught violating traffic rules, the penalties vary depending on the specific offense and the jurisdiction of either the Hyderabad or Cyberabad Police Commissionerates. Here’s a list of the traffic fines applicable under the Hyderabad Police Commissionerate:
1. Document-Related Traffic Offenses:
Driving Without a License:
Section: M.V. Act 181
Fine: Rs. 300 for 2, 3, and 4-wheelers; Rs. 500 for 6-wheelers.
Driving Without Vehicle Registration:
Section: M.V. Act 192 (1)
Fine: Rs. 1000 for 2, 3, and 4-wheelers; Rs. 2000 for 6-wheelers.
Driving Without Insurance:
Section: M.V. Act 196
Fine: Rs. 300 for 2, 3, and 4-wheelers; Rs. 600 for 6-wheelers.
Underage Driving:
Section: M.V. Act 181
Fine: Rs. 300 for 2, 3, and 4-wheelers; Rs. 500 for 6-wheelers.
2. Driving-Related Traffic Offenses:
No Entry Violation:
Section: Sec 177 of M.V. Act
Fine: Rs. 50-200 for 2 and 3-wheelers; Rs. 100-200 for 4 and 6-wheelers.
One-Way Violation:
Section: Sec 177 of M.V. Act
Fine: Rs. 50-200 for 2 and 3-wheelers; Rs. 100-200 for 4 and 6-wheelers.
Dangerous, Rash, High-Speed, or Negligent Driving:
Section: M.V. Act 184(b)
Fine: Rs. 200 for 2 and 3-wheelers; Rs. 300 for 4 and 6-wheelers.
Driving Without a Helmet:
Section: M.V. Act 129/177
Fine: Rs. 100 for all vehicle types.
3. Other Violations:
Triple Riding: Penalty varies depending on the nature of the violation.
Driving an Unsafe Vehicle:
Section: M.V. Act 190(i)
Fine: Court decision.
Posing a Hazard by Driving Dilapidated Vehicle:
Section: 41(i), Hyderabad City Police Act
Fine: Rs. 150-600 depending on vehicle type.
