The traffic enforcement authorities in Kashmir executed 8,25,304 challans from January to November 2024, generating a revenue of ₹28,36,03,261. Officials have also seized 12,612 vehicles across the region to improve road discipline.
According to officials, Traffic City Srinagar recorded 4,13,150 challans, leading to a revenue collection of ₹16,56,97,211. The highest number of challans in the city was issued in December with 43,947, followed by July with 41,225 and August with 37,506. The highest revenue was collected in August, amounting to ₹1,61,85,600, while February saw a collection of ₹1,52,42,000.
A total of 9,118 vehicles were seized in Traffic City Srinagar, including 2,244 two-wheelers, 2,688 three-wheelers, and 4,186 four-wheelers. July recorded the highest number of vehicle seizures, at 1,063, while April had the lowest, with 528 impounded vehicles.
In Traffic Rural Kashmir, 4,12,154 challans were executed, generating ₹11,79,06,050 in revenue. The highest number of challans in rural areas was recorded in March at 40,410, followed by October with 39,583 and January with 37,883. The highest revenue collection was in October at ₹1,26,35,630, followed by July with ₹1,08,10,850.
A total of 3,497 vehicles were seized in rural areas, including 1,504 two-wheelers, 112 three-wheelers, and 1,861 four-wheelers. The highest number of vehicle seizures was recorded in April, with 386 vehicles, followed by March, with 265.
Officials stated that the enforcement drive aims to improve road safety and ensure adherence to traffic regulations. They stated that with modern technology, fines can now be issued online, and vehicles can be seized in case of violations.
A senior traffic official highlighted that while enforcement has helped regulate traffic, it is not the sole solution to reducing accidents. “We can fine and seize vehicles, but road safety is everyone’s responsibility. People must follow traffic rules, wear helmets, and avoid reckless driving,” he said.
The authorities have also conducted awareness campaigns to educate people about road safety and the consequences of violations. Officials urged commuters to cooperate and adhere to traffic laws to make the roads safer for everyone.
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