Noida: Gautam Buddh Nagar traffic police conducted a special enforcement drive on Thursday to curb traffic violations, issuing 5,005 e-challans through manual enforcement and the Integrated Smart Traffic Management System (ISTMS) cameras. A total of 13 vehicles were also seized during the operation.
DCP Traffic, Noida, Syed Ali Abbas, shared the details of the drive, stating that the campaign targeted several common violations, including riding without helmets, illegal parking and driving against traffic.
What Were the Major Violations Detected?
According to DCP Syed Ali Abbas, traffic personnel issued 1,928 challans through manual enforcement, while ISTMS cameras recorded another 3,077 violations. Among the total cases, 1,803 challans were issued to motorists found driving without helmets.
The drive also targeted vehicles parked in prohibited areas, with 615 challans issued for no-parking violations. Another 315 vehicles were penalised for faulty number plates, while 226 drivers were booked for travelling in the wrong direction.
Overspeeding and Other Violations Also Targeted
Traffic police took action against 298 vehicles for overspeeding. Additionally, 18 vehicles were penalised for violating pollution-related standards, while 12 vehicles were issued challans for having black films on their windows.
The enforcement drive was aimed at improving compliance with traffic regulations and discouraging behaviour that can increase the risk of road accidents.
Road Safety Awareness Drive Conducted in Sector 73
Alongside enforcement, traffic police organised an awareness programme at Bhagwati Garden in Sector 73. Residents were informed about road safety, traffic signs and the importance of following traffic rules.
DCP Traffic Syed Ali Abbas appealed to motorists to wear helmets, observe prescribed speed limits and follow all traffic regulations. He emphasised that responsible driving and greater public awareness are essential to reducing road accidents and making roads safer.
