On June 14, which observed as a 'No Honking Day' in Mumbai, the city traffic police has taken action against over 2,000 violators.
The Mumbai Traffic Police in an official statement that they have booked 2116 motorist for unnecessarily honking in the city while driving.
"The no honking drive was a great success and it was noticed that noise levels had gone down at many important junctions. However, some motorists honked unnecessarily. Hence as a part of the ‘No Honking Day’, Traffic control branch booked 2116 errant drivers for honking as per section 194 (F) of Motor Vehicle Act 1988," the statement said.
A friendly reminder that we are not 'fine' with unnecessary honking.
— Mumbai Traffic Police (@MTPHereToHelp) June 15, 2023
2116 motorist across the city who refused to comply, were booked on #NoHonkingDay on 14th June 2023 as per section 194 (F) of MV Act 1988. #HornFreeMumbai pic.twitter.com/9QCfj69fVk
Thanking the citizens for making a successful initiative, the police official’s statement also mentioned that the drive to curtail noise pollution will continue and along with all Mumbaikars the Mumbai Police will strive to make Mumbai city honking free.
The police said that awareness against honking on the streets was spread through press releases, digital hoardings, VMS boards and various social media platforms.
A positive response was received from several social workers, NGO’s and Schools in Mumbai who also joined us in spreading awareness to observe ‘No Honking Day’.
The officials further added that officers and the staff from the Traffic Control Branch along with school children stood at prominent traffic junctions in the city and displayed placards and banners, explaining side effects of noise pollution due to unnecessary honking.
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