Mumbai Traffic Police have written to the Regional Transport Office (RTO) urging the cancellation of licences for those motorist, who are offended for drunk driving cases.
This development came amidst a rise in fatal road accidents across the city.
Recent incidents include the tragic death of 58-year-old jogger Rajalaxmi Ramkrishnan, a resident of Matunga, who was fatally struck by a 23-year-old allegedly drunk driver on Worli seaface. Another accident in the same month claimed the life of a three-year-old girl at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) flyover, caused by a 54-year-old intoxicated man.
Furthermore, a bus accident on Samruddhi Expressway in Buldhana district resulted in 26 fatalities, with a forensic report indicating that the bus driver was under the influence of alcohol.
According to a report, Mumbai traffic police have issued 448 e-challans to motorists caught drunk driving from January to July. It is pertinent to note that nakabandis, conducted weekly by local traffic police, have significantly reduced cases of drunk driving, traffic officials exclaimed.
Joint Commissioner of Traffic Police, Praveen Padwal, emphasized the need for stricter action, stating that suspending licences temporarily is insufficient, as offenders may repeat the offense. Cancelling their licences would have a more significant impact.
Padwal also mentioned that the traffic department has reached out to the state excise department, requesting the placement of boards, messages, and directions for buyers outside liquor shops to raise awareness.
Share
Tweet
