In a major crackdown to ensure safety during the year-end festivities, the Lucknow Traffic Police launched a rigorous two-day enforcement campaign. The special drive, operational from December 31 to January 1, saw a staggering 5,039 commuters being booked for various traffic offences across the city.
Festive Crackdown for Public Safety
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Kamlesh Dixit, stated that the initiative was specifically designed to enhance road security. The period witnesses a significant surge in vehicular movement and large public gatherings, necessitating stricter vigilance. "The drive was aimed at ensuring road safety amid heavy vehicular movement and large public gatherings during the festive period," DCP Dixit explained.
Day-Wise Breakdown of Violations
The offence-wise data reveals a detailed picture of the two-day enforcement. On New Year's Eve, December 31, authorities issued 2,978 challans. The following day, January 1, saw another 2,061 violations recorded, bringing the total count to 5,039.
Over the two days, the most prevalent infraction was riding two-wheelers without helmets. A total of 1,756 motorists were penalised for ignoring this critical safety rule. This included 1,077 riders on December 31 and 679 on January 1.
Detailed List of Traffic Offences
Parking violations emerged as the second most common offence. On December 31, 958 challans were issued for illegal parking, followed by 730 on January 1. Other significant violations recorded during the drive included:
- 283 cases of reckless or improper lane changing.
- 130 instances of disobeying lawful directions from traffic personnel on Dec 31, plus 115 on Jan 1.
- 109 motorists failed to produce their driving licence when asked on Dec 31, with 32 more on Jan 1.
- 97 cases of triple riding on two-wheelers on Dec 31, and 110 on Jan 1.
- 77 vehicles were found with faulty or non-compliant number plates on Dec 31, and 33 on Jan 1.
Police also took action against several other dangerous and illegal practices. These included driving without valid insurance (69 challans on Dec 31 and 56 on Jan 1), speeding (30 cases), and vehicles failing pollution control norms (18 cases). Numerous drivers were also booked for not carrying essential documents like registration certificates and fitness papers.
A Message for Road Users
The massive scale of the enforcement drive sends a clear message from the Lucknow Traffic Police about the non-negotiable nature of traffic rules, especially during high-risk periods. The focus on helmetless riding and illegal parking highlights the areas requiring maximum public awareness and compliance. Such initiatives are expected to continue as part of ongoing efforts to reduce accidents and ensure orderly traffic flow in the state capital.
