Delhi Police: Case registered against 495 drivers on New Year’s Eve, 347 licenses confiscated

New Delhi: In a late-night operation aimed at ensuring safety on the capital’s roads during New Year’s Eve celebrations, the Delhi Traffic Police carried out a massive crackdown on traffic violations, arresting hundreds of violators between midnight and 12 am. Caught. In swift and decisive action, the police booked 495 people for driving under the influence of alcohol, besides, 132 people were caught driving on the wrong side of the road. The campaign also targeted careless driving, with 47 motorists facing prosecution for endangering themselves and fellow road users. To deter repeat violators, a total of 347 licenses were seized from those ignoring traffic rules. Visibility on the roads was also addressed, with 117 vehicles with illegal tinted glass facing penalties.

The ban was also applied to parked vehicles, with fines imposed in 3452 cases of improper parking or towing. A total of 613 vehicles were removed for obstructing traffic flow or violating parking rules. The police also took action against 566 e-rickshaw drivers for various violations while ensuring responsible and safe use of these vehicles.