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Pulse of Mumbai & The Traffic Police Department
Pulse of Mumbai & The Traffic Police Department
Modified Date: 4 Jan, 2023, 8:41 AM IST
The Traffic Police department of Mumbai comes under Mumbai Police which is also called as Brihanmumbai Police. On a broader note, the main aim of the traffic police is to enforce traffic rules and regulations in India, maintain the law and order regarding roads and transport in the country and more.
Mumbai Traffic Police And Their Digital Presence
Mumbai Traffic Police And Their Digital Presence
Modified Date: 4 Jan, 2023, 8:39 AM IST
The number of vehicles on Mumbai’s roads is on the rise and citizens have a lot of complaints regarding Mumbai’s traffic. The roads are already narrowed due to Metro construction and other projects. On top of it, heavy rains cause havoc and disrupt the city’s infrastructure. If things look bleak from your car’s window, imagine how they must look from a bird’s eye perspective. Mumbai’s traffic police look at the overall picture and try hard to keep the city moving.
Indian Motor Vehicles Act 2017 & Changes In Fines And Penalties For Violators
Indian Motor Vehicles Act 2017 & Changes In Fines And Penalties For Violators
Modified Date: 4 Jan, 2023, 8:39 AM IST
Lok Sabha passed the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill in 2017. The amendments were targeted towards bringing changes in the transport sector to encourage safer driving practices among Indian motor vehicle drivers.The amendment’s draft was put forward in the lower house of the Parliament to impose rigid fines for traffic rules violation and to promote e-governance.
FAQs About Drunk Driving in Mumbai
FAQs About Drunk Driving in Mumbai
Modified Date: 4 Jan, 2023, 8:37 AM IST
Drinking and driving is not only a punishable offense but a life-threatening act. It can be harmful to the person driving the vehicle, the passengers, and the pedestrians. India has strict laws and traffic rules pertaining to drinking and driving. One should follow traffic rules and regulations in India and encourage others to abstain from drinking and driving. Not following such traffic rules can lead to hefty Regional Transport Office (RTO) fines.
12 Things You Should Know In Case You Are Stopped By The Traffic Police
12 Things You Should Know In Case You Are Stopped By The Traffic Police
Modified Date: 3 Jan, 2023, 8:28 AM IST
Your car is stuck in traffic and you are getting late for a meeting. To make things worse, it starts raining. You’ve stopped twice at the same traffic signal and looks like you are going to stop the third time. Finally, you scratch ahead, the signal turns green and you accelerate. However, you are stopped by a traffic police officer for a regular check. This can be extremely frustrating but you need to stay calm and deal with the situation. You have to cooperate with the officer but at the same time know your rights as well. It is important to follow traffic rules or else face traffic fines in the form of a traffic challan.
Can Your Car’s Tinted Glass Get You In Trouble?
Can Your Car’s Tinted Glass Get You In Trouble?
Modified Date: 20 Dec, 2022, 8:36 AM IST
Mr. Banerjee had recently moved to Mumbai from Shimla for official work. It was summer, Mr. Banerjee and his family started feeling the heat even when they moved around the city in their air-conditioned car. In order to beat the heat, he decided to add a sun film to his car’s window. He had purchased the car from Mumbai itself. As it did not feature a tinted glass, he went to a local garage and got a sun film added to his car’s windows.
Digital Copies of Vehicle-Related Documents Get a Green Signal
Digital Copies of Vehicle-Related Documents Get a Green Signal
Modified Date: 20 Dec, 2022, 8:34 AM IST
Now you do not need to carry physical copies of vehicle-related documents, as their digital copies have been validated by the Indian Government. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued a notification informing the state authorities to legally recognize the electronic versions of vehicle-related documents (driving license, registration certificate, etc.) stored in DigiLocker or mParivahan app.
How to Pay Traffic Fine Through e-Challan Online and Check Challan Status?
How to Pay Traffic Fine Through e-Challan Online and Check Challan Status?
Modified Date: 20 Dec, 2022, 8:34 AM IST
In the era of digitization, standing in a queue to pay traffic fines is becoming a thing of the past. Sometimes we even forget to pay the fines blaming it on the cumbersome process of paying through the traditional method. To ease the process to pay traffic fines, the government of India, through its e-governance initiative, has made it possible to pay fines related to traffic offences through the help of internet.
The Effects Of Digital India Initiative On Traffic Violations
The Effects Of Digital India Initiative On Traffic Violations
Modified Date: 20 Dec, 2022, 8:33 AM IST
Digital India Initiative is a program started by the government of India to introduce enhanced accessibility and transparency in the government processes. Services like paying traffic fines online, checking the status of a driving license, paying tax, applying for a passport, etc. can be availed online.
Type of Road Traffic Signs and Their Relevance
Type of Road Traffic Signs and Their Relevance
Modified Date: 20 Dec, 2022, 8:33 AM IST
Understanding road traffic signs is a crucial aspect of driving a car or riding a bike. These signs act as guides for drivers as well as the pedestrians. Coordination is a necessary skill when it comes to following traffic rules in India and road traffic signs help you and other drivers coordinate with respect to speed and direction. These signs prompt drivers to take a particular action which is expected to be followed by every driver for a smooth ride. Just as the meaning of three lights on a traffic signal is understood by everyone, it is expected of the drivers to understand the meaning of road signs as well.
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