MVD Rajouri intensifies enforcement drive on highway; challans 16 vehicles, imposes Rs 74,100 penalty

RAJOURI, JUNE 06: As part of its ongoing drive to enhance road safety and ensure compliance with traffic regulations, the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) Rajouri today carried out a comprehensive enforcement drive on the Rajouri–Poonch National Highway under the supervision of ARTO Ashiq Rafiq Malik.

The enforcement team inspected 96 vehicles and detected several violations of the Motor Vehicles Act. A total of 16 challans were issued, while 3 vehicles were detained for grave violations.

The challans are expected to generate a penalty amount of Rs 74,100.The violations observed included driving without a valid licence, overloading, operation of vehicles without Speed Limiting Devices (SLDs), unauthorized modifications, riding without helmets, non-compliance with prescribed uniform norms, rash and negligent driving and failure to comply with lawful directions of enforcement authorities.

Speaking on the occasion, ARTO Ashiq Rafiq Malik reiterated the department’s commitment to strict enforcement of traffic laws to safeguard the lives of road users. He said regular checking drives would continue across the district to discourage traffic violations, strengthen road safety measures and foster responsible driving practices.